MSK 2 Flashcards
1
Q
Purpose of articular cartilage
A
Reduce friction
Shock absorption
2
Q
Key facts of synovial membrane
A
Highly vascularised
Secretes & absorbs SF
3
Q
Purpose of synovial fluid
A
Lubrication
Shock absorption
Nutrient distribution
4
Q
Why is nutrient distribution important?
In relation as a function of synovial fluid
A
Hyaline cartilage is avascular
∴ relies on diffusion from SF
5
Q
Generally, when is ESR raised?
A
with inflammation / infection
6
Q
In whom might you find a falsely high ESR?
A
Females
↑ Age
Obese patients
SE Asian
