Osteoarthritis Flashcards
1
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Cause of osteoarthritis
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Imbalance between wear and repair of cartilage within joints
2
Q
Causes of secondary osteoarthritis
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Congenital hip dislocation Perthes SUFE Previous intra-articular fracture Extra-articular fracture with malunion Osteochondral/hyaline cartilage injury Crystal arthropathy Inflammatory arthritis Meniscal tears Genu varum or valgum
3
Q
Radiological findings in osteoarthritis
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Losss of joint space Osteophytes Sclerosis Subchondral cysts LOSS
4
Q
Management of osteoarthritis
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Simple analgesia Mild opiates Physio Weight loss, exercise and other lifestyle changes Surgery (e.g. hip/knee replacement)
