Osteoarthritis an atlas of investigation and diagnosis - Jones, Adrian (Clinical Pub., 2005)
Includes bibliographical references and index
Abbreviations; Preface; 1. Introduction; 2. General features of osteoarthritis; 3. Subsets of osteoarthritis; 4. Features of osteoarthritis at specific sites; 5. Principles of management; Appendices; Index
The most common form of arthritis, Osteoarthritis is known to have many underlying causes and can present in a variety of ways, and with a range of symptoms. In a superb addition to the Atlas series, this well-known author draws on an outstanding collection of illustrations to produce what will be welcomed as an invaluable guide to the recognition and diagnosis of this disease. Section One describes the pathophysiology of osteoarthritis, known risk factors and the characteristic examination findings. Section Two reviews the principal investigations and tests by which a diagnosis is confirmed