Sinding-Larsen-Johansson disease

Sinding-Larsen-Johansson disease

Definition

Sinding-Larsen-Johansson disease is a type of osteochondrosis affecting the attachment of the patellar tendon to the patella and characterized by tenderness and localized swelling of the patella.

Also known as aseptic necrosis of patella, Osteochondrosis of patella — per MONDO

Also identified as