Erosive osteoarthritis

Case contributed by Ian Bickle
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Pains in the joints of both hands, most pronounced in the DIP joints.

Patient Data

Age: 66
Gender: Female
x-ray

Joint space narrowing and 'sea-gull' type erosions in the DIP joints of both hands, most pronounced in the right ring finger.

PIP and MCP joints normal.

Case Discussion

Erosive osteoarthritis is best characterized by sea-gull erosions, typically in the DIP joints of the hands.

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