CT evaluation of chondromatosis of the temporomandibular joint.

The CT findings in two cases of chondromatosis of the temporomandibular joint are described. The distinctive feature of the first case was the presence of ossified loose bodies surrounding the head of the condyle, whereas in the second there was clear evidence of arthrosis. Three-dimensional image reconstruction was also used in the first case to obtain a better overall visualization of the changes.