Osteoarthritis Flashcards
1
Q
Most potent risk factor
A
Age
2
Q
Pathologic sine qua non
A
Hyaline articular cartilage loss
3
Q
Spared in OA
A
Ankle
Wrist
Elbow
4
Q
Mainstay of therapy in OA
A
Non-pharmacologic
5
Q
Initial analgesic of choice in OA
A
Acetaminophen
6
Q
MC type of arthritis, leading cause of disability in the elderly
A
OA
in PH, Gout
7
Q
Initial step in joint failure
A
Joint injury in the setting of failure of protective mechanisms
8
Q
Two major factors contributing to the development of OA
A
Joint vulnerability
Joint loading
9
Q
Important radiographic hallmark of OA
A
Osteophytes
10
Q
Treatment for OA with CPPD
A
Glucocorticoids
