Osteoarthritis
X-Ray Findings in Osteoarthritis
- Reduced joint space - generally asymmetric
- Subchondral sclerosis - increased bone deposition surrounding the joint
- Subchondral cysts: cystic formations around the joint
- Osteophytes: bony projections along the joint line
Rheumatoid Arthritis
X-Ray Findings in Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Reduced joint space - generally symmetric
- Articular surface erosions: discontinuities in the bone plate
- Periarticular osteopaenia - hypodensity of bone surrounding the joint
- Soft tissue swelling
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