A case of date palm thorn-induced extra articular synovitis with rice grain bodies.
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We have reviewed seven cases of synovitis caused by date palm thorns, six involving the knee and one the ankle. Five were satisfactorily treated by thorough irrigation of the joint with normal saline, but two required arthrotomy and synovectomy. All made a full recovery.