Clinical Diagnosis · Musculoskeletal System · Medium
Pseudogout
Meaning: Acute arthritis caused by calcium pyrophosphate crystal deposition.
In practice: Commonly affects the knee of an older adult; X-ray may show calcified cartilage.
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