Chondrocalcinosis, commonly associated with aging, is characterized by the deposition of calcium pyrophosphate dihydrate (CPPD) crystals in cartilage and periarticular tissues. Early-onset cases are rare and not well-documented. We report a case of a 60-year-old woman with a probable onset of CPP deposition (CPPD) disease during adolescence, presenting with inflammatory flare-ups and erosive progression following minor trauma. This case highlights the atypical presentation of chondrocalcinosis in a younger individual and emphasizes the potential for erosive joint damage, contributing to the understanding of disease progression and management strategies in similar patients.
Keywords: calcium pyrophosphate crystal deposition; chondrocalcinosis; early onset; erosive progression; joint trauma; pseudogout.
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