Gouty flexor tenosynovitis mimicking infection: a case report emphasising the value of ultrasound in diagnosis
Aslam, N.; Lo, S.; McNab, I.
Acta Orthopaedica Belgica 70(4): 368-370
2004
ISSN/ISBN: 0001-6462 PMID: 15481424 Document Number: 570454
Tenosynovitis of the flexor tendons of the hand is a rare manifestation of gout. We present an unusual case of gouty tenosynovitis mimicking infection. The role of ultrasound in the management of this condition is emphasised.
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