Osteoarthritis: Pathophysiology — MCQs

Osteoarthritis is associated with all of the following except -

What is the primary action of metalloproteinases in the extracellular matrix?

Osteoarthritis not seen in ?

During performing a total hip replacement, the surgeon found destruction of the articular cartilage and multiple wedge-shaped subchondral depressions. What is this called?

Which of the following joints are commonly affected in osteoarthritis? I. First metatarsophalangeal joint II. Proximal interphalangeal joint III. Ankle joint IV. 5th and 6th cervical vertebrae joint Select the correct answer using the code given below :

Primary osteoarthritis affects all except:

Osteoarthritis is typically not seen in which of the following joints?

Frieberg's disease involves which of the following?

A 56-year-old Type II diabetic presents with complaints of swelling in the left ankle with effusion but only minimal pain. X-rays show severe osteopenia with bone destruction, extensive osteophytosis, and loose bodies. Which of the following is NOT a component of the management of this patient?

What is the deformity most commonly seen in primary osteoarthritis of the knee joint?