Pigmented villonodular synovitis/giant cell tumor in the knee

Abstract

Purpose of review Pigmented villonodular synovitis (PVNS) is a rare diagnosis in pediatric patients and commonly presents with symptoms of swelling and pain. Early diagnosis is important to prevent secondary degeneration into the subchondral bone. This review will analyze the etiology, clinical signs/symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and recent literature on PVNS in the pediatric population. Recent findings Many theories of PVNS etiology have been described in the literature; however, an inflammatory response has been most widely accepted. PVNS can occur in any joint, but most commonly in the knee. The most common treatment for PVNS is synovectomy, and long-term follow-up is necessary to detect disease persistence or recurrence. Summary Although uncommon, PVNS does occur in the pediatric population and this diagnosis should be included in the differential of atraumatic joint swelling and pain.

Combination of manual lymphatic drainage and Kinesio taping for treating pigmented villonodular synovitis: A case report

“…Pigmented villonodular synovitis (PVNS) is a rare benign proliferative disorder that affects the synovial joints, tendon sheaths, and bursae[ 1 ]. PVNS mainly develops in the knees, followed by the hips and ankles.…”