Severe Grade Chondromalacia Patella
Chondromalacia patella is the softening and breakdown of the tissue (cartilage) that lines the underside of the kneecap (patella).
It is a common cause of
Alternative Names
Patellofemoral syndrome; Knee pain - chondromalacia
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
Chondromalacia of the patella occurs in adolescents and young adults.
The condition is more common in females. It can be related to the abnormal position of the knee.
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