Question

multiple choice question
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which of the following imaging features helps differentiate cppd from osteoarthritis (oa)?
please select your answer...
a marginal osteophyte formation
b joint space narrowing
c subchondral sclerosis
d cartilage calcification (chondrocalcinosis)

Explanation:

Marginal osteophyte formation, joint - space narrowing, and subchondral sclerosis are common in osteoarthritis. Cartilage calcification (chondrocalcinosis) is more characteristic of calcium - pyrophosphate dihydrate deposition disease (CPPD) and helps differentiate it from OA.

Answer:

D. Cartilage calcification (chondrocalcinosis)