Degenerative joint disease; X-ray shows osteophytes, joint space narrowing, sclerosis
Expansion
Osteoarthritis
Purpose
Most common arthropathy; knee, hip, spine commonly affected
Clinical Context
Osteoarthritis findings include osteophytes (bone spurs), joint space narrowing, sclerosis, subchondral cysts. No erosions (unlike rheumatoid arthritis). Progressive degenerative changes.
Related Terms
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Arthritis
Key Points
- Osteoarthritis imaging shows osteophytes, joint space narrowing, sclerosis, subchondral cysts; no erosions (unlike rheumatoid arthritis)