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Ochronotic arthropathy is a progressive joint disorder resulting from the deposition of a derivative of homogentisic acid into connective tissues, especially meniscal and articular cartilage. Patients may present with symptoms, physical examination results, and radiographic changes consistent with degenerative joint disease. We present a case in which an operative arthroscopy of the knee was highly suggestive of ochronotic arthropathy. The definitive diagnosis of ochronosis was subsequently confirmed by laboratory and pathologic evaluation

Intra-articular lipoma is an exceedingly rare diagnosis. There have been less than 15 documented cases of an intra-articular lipoma of the knee joint. This report presents the first description of an intra-articular knee lipoma treated entirely by arthroscopic methods. Preoperative history, examination, and imaging studies are reviewed. Intraoperative findings, treatment, and postoperative evaluation are discussed as well. Symptomatic intra-articular lipoma of the knee joint can be successfully treated by arthroscopic resection. Differentiating intra-articular lipoma from lipoma arborescens, a similar but more common condition, is important with regards to optimal treatment

A case of arthroscopic removal of a bullet fragment from the subtalar joint and the calcaneus is presented. The bullet fragments impinged on the fibula, limiting eversion and causing pain. The fragments were removed both arthroscopically and through open incision. The patient noted complete relief of pain and improved range of motion within 1 week, and complete recovery soon thereafter