Revision lecture Flashcards
1
Q
Why is synovitis to be prevented in rheumatoid arthritis
A
To prevent bone erosion
2
Q
What is rheumatoid factor
A
IgM against Fc portion of IgG
3
Q
T/F Testing for HLA-B27 is the only HLA tested in clinical practice
A
T…. DR4 never tested for
4
Q
T/F the cartilage damage in osteoarthritis can be replaced
A
F…… not replaced. You only get that which is left behind
5
Q
What type of collagen is present in bone and cartilate
A
Type II (arTicular carTilage… remember as there are 2 Ts)
In bone it’s type I
6
Q
What type of collagen preset in bone
A
Type 1
