Osteoarthritis Flashcards

1
Q

Most potent risk factor

A

Age

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2
Q

Pathologic sine qua non

A

Hyaline articular cartilage loss

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3
Q

Spared in OA

A

Ankle
Wrist
Elbow

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4
Q

Mainstay of therapy in OA

A

Non-pharmacologic

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5
Q

Initial analgesic of choice in OA

A

Acetaminophen

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6
Q

MC type of arthritis, leading cause of disability in the elderly

A

OA

in PH, Gout

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7
Q

Initial step in joint failure

A

Joint injury in the setting of failure of protective mechanisms

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8
Q

Two major factors contributing to the development of OA

A

Joint vulnerability

Joint loading

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9
Q

Important radiographic hallmark of OA

A

Osteophytes

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10
Q

Treatment for OA with CPPD

A

Glucocorticoids

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