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What can disease of the joints be diagnosed with?
arthroscope
what does an arthroscope do?
it is inserted into the joint capsule, pull out synovial fluid, if it's clear,the joint is fine
What are the 3 different types of arthritis?
Gouty arthritis, osteoarthritis, and rheumatoid arthritis
Which type of arthritis occurs as a result of an increased level of uric acid ( a normal cellular waste product) in the blood?
Gouty arthritis
What is the most common type of arthritis?
Osteoarthritis
What type of arthritis is known as wear and tear arthritis?
Ostioarthritis
What type of arthritis is an autoimmune disorder?
Rheumatoid arthritis
What happens in rheumatoid arthritis?
Starts w/ synovial membrane inflammation. Fluid and white bc's leak from small bv's into the joint cavity, causing an increase in synovial fluid volume. The joints swells, and the inflamed synovial membrane thickens; eventually, the articular cartilage and, often, the underlying bone become eroded. Scar tissue laer forms and ossifies, and bone ends fuse together, immobilizing the joint