Mar 15, 2025 · Gout is a crystal arthropathy due to deposition of monosodium urate crystals in and around the joints. Epidemiology Typically occurs in those above 40 years. There is a strong male predilection of 20:1, with this predilection more pronounced in...

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Feb 14, 2025 · Acute gouty arthritis, also known as a gout flare, is the acute symptomatic phase of gout due to the deposition of monosodium urate crystals in a synovial joint. Clinical presentation Acute gouty arthritis presents as a tender, erythematous, sw...

Jan 21, 2023 · Radiographic features. General features are osteophyte formation, joint space narrowing and sclerosis of the subchondral bone plate. Subchondral cyst formation and remodelling of the articular surfaces or deformity are seen in more advanced stages.. Plain radiograph. Anteroposterior and lateral views of the shoulder are the main modality for the diagnosis and assessment.

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Classic x-ray findings of gout consists of juxta-articular and intra-articular erosions with sclerotic margins and overhanging edges. bone density is normal. Tophi can be seen as soft-tissue dense masses adjacent to the joints in chronic stages of the disease.

Mar 15, 2025 · Tophi (plural of tophus) usually appear as lumps on the skin over affected joints due to deposits of monosodium urate crystals in patients with longstanding high levels of serum uric acid (hyperuricemia). Tophi are a pathognomonic feature of gout...

Sep 24, 2024 · The intercostal spaces, also known as interspaces, are the spaces between the ribs. There are 11 spaces on each side and they are numbered according to the superior rib. Gross anatomy The intercostal spaces contain three layers of muscle: the ...

Advanced osteoarthritis predominantly affecting the glenohumeral joint with resultant inferior osteophyte.

Jan 21, 2023 · Epidemiology. The glenohumeral joint is one of the less common joints affected by osteoarthritis 1.Estimated radiographic prevalence is in the 16-20% range in an elderly population 1-3.. Risk factors