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synovial membrane [sə′nō·vē·əl ′mem‚brān] (histology) A layer of connective tissue which lines sheaths of tendons at freely moving articulations, ligamentous surfaces of articular capsules, and bursae. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Pigmented villonodular synovitis is a benign but locally destructive disease that originates in the synovial membranes of the joints. Synovial membrane and fluid morphologic alterations in early rheumatoid arthritis: microvascular injury and viruslike particles. It eventually causes destruction of the synovial membrane (the lining inside a joint), the cartilage that cushions the bone ends, and even the bone itself. |
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