Chondrolysis [ICD Code M94.3] is the process of breakdown of cartilage. It can occur as a result of trauma (traumatic chondrolysis). Intra-articular infusions of certain local anesthetic agents such as bupivacaine, lidocaine, ropivacaine and levobupivacaine can also lead to this effect.

See also

  • Chondritis
  • Osteochondritis
  • Relapsing polychondritis

References

External links

  • Chondrolysis at Radiopedia

Shoulder Arthritis / Rotator Cuff Tears causes of shoulder pain

UW Shoulder and Elbow Academy Chondrolysis from pain pump infusion of

Chondrolysis (thin arrow) and inflammation of the submucosal glands

Chondrolysis, idiopathic chondrolysis of the hip & chondrolysis shoulder

Juvenile Idiopathic Chondrolysis of the Hip Radiology Insights ERAD