Chondromalacia Patellae

**Definition:** A degeneration of the ARTICULAR CARTILAGE of the PATELLA, caused by a decrease in sulfated MUCOPOLYSACCHARIDES in the ground substance. When accompanied by pain, it is sometimes considered part of or confused with PATELLOFEMORAL PAIN SYNDROME.

**Tree numbers:** - C05.182.100 - C17.300.182.100

**Synonyms:** - Patella, Chondromalacia Of