Ankylosing Spondylitis Flashcards
1
Q
N. Ankylosing spondylitis is more common in ……gender. And the preferred age group is …..
A
Male , age 20-30 years
2
Q
In seronegative spondyloarthropathies Hla….. is present in 90%
A
Hla b27
3
Q
N. Young ptn presents with morning lower back stiffness + anterior uveitis + decreased spine flexion ( + schober test ) + heart block. What’s the most likely diagnosis
A
Ankylosing spondylitis
4
Q
N. What’s the treatment for seronegative spondyloarthropathies diseases?
A
NSAID, TNF inhibitors or Sulfalazine
5
Q
N. In what disease do you see bamboo spine?
A
Ankylosing spondylitis
