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  1. Verywell Health
    https://www.verywellhealth.com/pvns-symptoms-causes-diagnosis-and-treatment-4682674

    Pigmented Villonodular Synovitis (PVNS) Joint Pain

    • This condition typically affects adults before age 50, and it can have a tendency to grow or recur in the same location after treatment. PVNS typically affects only one joint, but it can affect more than one joint in … See more

    What Causes Pigmented Villonodular Synovitis?

    PVNS is caused by overgrowth and thickening of the synovium. Synovium, which is also called synovial lining, is a thin capsule that encloses the joint and produces … See more

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    How to Diagnose Pigmented Villonodular Synovitis

    This type of tumor can be evaluated based on your history and test results. If you have symptoms of PVNS, you may have one or more of the following evaluations: 1. Physical ex… See more

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    How Do You Treat Pigmented Villonodular Synovitis?

    Once you have a diagnosis of PVNS, over-the-counter or prescription-strength anti-inflammatory medication may be helpful to reduce your swelling and discomfort. Because th… See more

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    Summary

    PVNS has been described as a growth or a tumor in the lining of the joint. While it is accurately labeled as a tumor, it is not cancer and it is not typically life-threatening. However, P… See more

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    Can a PVNS tumor come back?
    Open surgery. If PVNS affects both the front and back of the knee, surgeons will need to remove the entire joint lining with the tumor. That way, the tumor won’t come back. The larger incision of traditional open surgery allows the surgeon better access to remove the whole tumor and joint lining.
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    What Causes Pigmented Villonodular Synovitis?
    How to Diagnose Pigmented Villonodular Synovitis
    How Do You Treat Pigmented Villonodular Synovitis?
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    Can a PVNS tumor come back?
     
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    Pigmented villonodular synovitis (PVNS) is a rare, noncancerous tumor that can affect any joint in the body, especially the knees. It's typically treated with surgery and sometimes radiation therapy.

    Pigmented Villonodular Sy…

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    Pigmented villonodular synovitis is a rare joint condition that can cause joint pain, swelling, and limited mobility. While it is typically non-cancerous, early diagnosis and treatment are essential to prevent joint damage and improve the quality of life for individuals with PVNS.

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    What is a PVNS tumor?
    Doctors define PVNS as a condition where the lining of a joint or tendon (the synovium) grows too thick and causes problems. This overgrowth of synovium creates an abnormal mass of tissue or tumor. This tumor is benign (noncancerous) and doesn’t spread to other parts of your body.

    Pigmented Villonodular Synovitis (PVNS) Causes, Symptoms, Treatment…

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    Does exposure to pvc cause lymphoma?

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    Doctor of Medicine · 9 years of exp

    Not really. Exposure to vinyl chloride has been linked to an increased incidence of lymphoma. This chemical is utilized in the production of polyvinyl chloride (PVC). As a result, workers in facilities that utilize vinyl chloride may be at risk.
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    Can a PVNS tumor come back?
    Open surgery. If PVNS affects both the front and back of the knee, surgeons will need to remove the entire joint lining with the tumor. That way, the tumor won’t come back. The larger incision of traditional open surgery allows the surgeon better access to remove the whole tumor and joint lining.

    Pigmented Villonodular Synovitis (PVNS) Causes, Symptoms, Treatment…

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    What happens if a person develops a PVNS?
    The abnormal synovial lining caused by PVNS results in joint swelling, can sometimes interfere with movement, and may grow into and destroy nearby joint structures, including bone in severe cases. The reason that a person develops PVNS is not known.

    Pigmented Villonodular Synovitis (PVNS) Joint Pain - Verywell Health

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    Is PVNS a progressive disease?
    However, PVNS is a progressive disease. It slowly worsens and can lead to bone damage and arthritis. PVNS usually affects the knee, although it can affect other joints as well. In most cases, surgery is needed to remove the damaged joint lining and the mass.

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    How common is PVNS?
    Estimates show that around four or five people out of every 10,000 will have this condition, which is commonly diagnosed between ages 30 and 50. Usually, PVNS is found in only one joint. In 80% of cases, this will be one of the knee joints.

    What Is (PVNS) Pigmented Villonodular Synovitis? - WebMD

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  3. UPMC
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    Pigmented Villonodular Synovitis (PVNS) Causes, Symptoms, …

  4. WebMD
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    What Is (PVNS) Pigmented Villonodular Synovitis? - WebMD

  5. DoveMed
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    Pigmented Villonodular Synovitis (PVNS): Understanding a Rare

  6. Healthline
    https://www.healthline.com/health/tgct/pvns-types-symptoms

    What Is (PVNS) Pigmented Villonodular Synovitis? - Healthline

  8. OrthoInfo
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    Pigmented Villonodular Synovitis - OrthoInfo - AAOS

    Pigmented villonodular synovitis (PVNS) is a condition that causes the synovium—the thin layer of tissue that lines the joints and tendons—to thicken and overgrow. The mass or tumor that results from this overgrowth is not …

  9. National Center for Biotechnology Information
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    Pigmented Villonodular Synovitis - StatPearls - NCBI …

    Aug 7, 2023 · Pigmented villonodular synovitis typically occurs in the large joint of the upper and lower extremities. Most commonly, the disease affects the knee in the patellofemoral compartment at the infrapatellar fat pad.

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    Pigmented Villonodular Synovitis (PVNS) Treatment

    Jun 16, 2022 · In pigmented villonodular synovitis, the synovium swells. It isn’t cancer but can cause complications. Here’s what you need to know about PVNS treatment.

  11. National Center for Biotechnology Information
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7220429

    Recurrence of pigmented villonodular synovitis of the knee

  12. National Center for Biotechnology Information
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4719277

    Malignant Pigmented Villonodular Synovitis-A Rare Entity

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