Pseudogout. Arthroscope (endoscope) view of a knee affected by pseudogout or chondrocalcinosis,a type of arthritis. The joint inflammation is due to crystals of calcium pyrophosphate dihydrate in the cartilage of the joint. Each knee has two crescent-shaped pieces of cartilage called menisci. Gout is a similar joint disease caused by crystals of uric acid. Arthritis is treated with anti-inflammatory drugs | |
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