Chondromalacia Patellae
Alternate Names : Anterior Knee Pain, Patellofemoral Syndrome
Definition Chondromalacia patellae is the softening and degeneration of the cartilage beneath the kneecap (patella).
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Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors
Chondromalacia patella that occurs in adolescents and young adults is thought to be related to overuse, trauma, and/or abnormal forces on the knee. It is more common in females. Many affected adolescents have a mildly abnormal alignment of the kneecap.
Chondromalacia patella may also reflect arthritis of the kneecap, which is usually seen in older individuals.
People who have previously had a dislocation, a fracture, or other trauma to the kneecap may be more likely to get chondromalacia.
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