Osteo vs Rheumatoid arthrits Flashcards
1
Q
Etiology of the osteoarthritis
A
Mechanical joint wear and tear destroying articular cartilage
2
Q
Etiology of rheumatoid arthritis
A
autoimmune disorder destroying the synovium
Type III and Type IV hypersensitivites
3
Q
Subchondral cysts, sclerosis and bone spurs
A
Osteoarthritis
4
Q
Herbeden and bouchard nodes
A
osteoarthritis
5
Q
Pannus formation
A
Rheumatoid arthritis
6
Q
Ulnar deviation
A
Rheumatoid arthritis
7
Q
Pain after use improving with rest
A
osteoarthritis
8
Q
Morning stiffness lasting >30 minutes
A
Rheumatoid arthritis!
9
Q
Joint spade narrowing with subchondral bone cyst
A
Osteoarthritis