OA

Question 1

state some Xray changes of OA

Answer 1

Loss of joint space
 Osteophytes
 Subchondral cysts
 Subchondral sclerosis  Deformity

Question 2

what would the bloods of OA show?

CRP, Ca, PO4, ALP

Answer 2

CRP may be mildly elevated Ca, PO4 and ALP all normal

Question 3

what questions should be asked for OA?

Answer 3

 Pain severity, night pain
 Walking distance
 Analgesic requirements
 ADLs and social circumstances
 Co-morbidities
 Underlying causes: trauma, infection, congenital