Loosening of Total Knee Arthroplasty Associated with Pigmented Villonodular Synovitis: Case Presentation and Literature Review
Abstract
Introduction: Pigmented villonodular synovitis (PVNS) in patients with total knee arthroplasty (TKA) is a rare condition with an unclear etiology that can cause pain, hemarthrosis, or, less commonly, prosthetic loosening. We present the case of a 54-year-old male patient with a left TKA who developed pain and joint effusion three months postoperatively. Radiographs showed signs of loosening, and due to suspicion of infection, a two-stage revision surgery was performed one year after the initial procedure. Pathological synovial tissue was identified, and a radical synovectomy was carried out during the first stage of revision. Histopathological analysis confirmed PVNS. At three years postoperatively, the patient exhibited satisfactory functional recovery with no signs of recurrence. Conclusion: Considering PVNS as a differential diagnosis in cases of postoperative pain and hemarthrosis is crucial for early diagnosis and appropriate treatment.Downloads
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