Early pre-radiographic structural pathology precedes the onset of accelerated knee osteoarthritis

Early pre-radiographic structural pathology precedes the onset of accelerated knee osteoarthritis

Abstract Background Accelerated knee osteoarthritis (AKOA) is characterized by more pain, impaired physical function, and greater likelihood to receive a joint replacement compared to individuals who develop the typical gradual onset of disease. Prognostic tools are needed to determine which structu...

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Main Authors: Matthew S. Harkey, Julie E. Davis, Bing Lu, Lori Lyn Price, Robert J. Ward, James W. MacKay, Charles B. Eaton, Grace H. Lo, Mary F. Barbe, Ming Zhang, Jincheng Pang, Alina C. Stout, Timothy E. McAlindon, Jeffrey B. Driban
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2019-05-01
Series:BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders
Subjects:
Cartilage
Bone marrow lesion
Effusion-synovitis
Meniscus
Ligament
Tendons
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12891-019-2624-y

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