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Synovial membrane asks for independence
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Abstract
Synovial membrane is traditionally considered as a part of the joint capsule. It, however, differs from fibrous part of the capsule in development, structure, function, vascularisation, innervation and involvement in pathological processes. Moreover, in some areas, it even does not contact with the fibrous capsule. Thus, it appears that the synovial membrane should be considered as an independent organ and not as the lining of the joint capsule.
Abstract
Synovial membrane is traditionally considered as a part of the joint capsule. It, however, differs from fibrous part of the capsule in development, structure, function, vascularisation, innervation and involvement in pathological processes. Moreover, in some areas, it even does not contact with the fibrous capsule. Thus, it appears that the synovial membrane should be considered as an independent organ and not as the lining of the joint capsule.
Keywords
synovial membrane, joint capsule, anatomical terminology
About this articleTitle
Synovial membrane asks for independence
Journal
Issue
Article type
Review article
Pages
395-398
Published online
2014-11-28
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DOI
10.5603/FM.2014.0060
Bibliographic record
Folia Morphol 2014;73(4):395-398.
Keywords
synovial membrane
joint capsule
anatomical terminology
Authors
S. Moskalewski
A. Osiecka-Iwan
E. Jankowska-Steifer
A. Hyc
