Dictionary of Cancer Terms
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Synovitis (SIH-noh-VY-tis)
Inflammation (swelling, pain, and warmth) of a synovial membrane, which is a layer of connective tissue that lines a joint, such as the hip, knee, ankle, or shoulder. Synovitis is caused by some types of arthritis and other diseases.
Source: National Cancer Institute Dictionary of Cancer Terms, available at www.cancer.gov/dictionary.