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Hemochromatosis x ray
Introduction
Overview
Overview
X-ray of the hands might help to evaluation for iron deposition in the metacarpophalangeal joints.
X Ray
X Ray
X-ray of the hands might help to evaluation for iron deposition in the metacarpophalangeal joints. The 2nd and 3rd MCP joints are most commonly affected.[1]
References
References
- ↑ Wimalawansa SM, Alsamkari R (2011). “Unusual presentation of hemochromatosis as isolated metacarpophalangeal joint osteoarthritis: a case report”. Hand (N Y). 6 (3): 329–32. doi:10.1007/s11552-011-9335-7. PMC 3153628. PMID 22942860.
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