Pathology · Musculoskeletal System · Hard

Tophus

Meaning: Chalky deposit of urate crystals in soft tissue seen in chronic gout.

In practice: Firm nodules over the ear helix, elbows or fingers suggest long-standing uncontrolled hyperuricaemia.

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