X-ray of the hands of a female 85-year-old patient. The scan shows bone demineralisation (bright areas). There is major osteoarthritis attacking the finger joints. Osteoarthritis (or arthrosis) is a common degenerative disease characterised by a loss of the cartilage that lines the joints between bones. This leads to pain, swelling and occasionally may result in the loss of function of the affected joint. | |
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Credit: | Science Photo Library / Zephyr |
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