A cross sectional validation study of sonographic findings of the first metatarsophalangeal Joint in gout and asymptomatic hyperuricemia
- Author:
Dominic Dela Cruz
1
;
Julie Li-Yu
1
;
Richelle Joy Bayson
1
;
Leonid D. Zamora
1
;
Juan Javier T. Lichauco
1
Author Information
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords: Double Contour Sign; Asymptomatic Hyperuricemia
- MeSH: Gout; Validation Study
- From: Philippine Journal of Internal Medicine 2023;61(3):117-121
- CountryPhilippines
- Language:English
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Abstract:
Objective:Musculoskeletal ultrasound has gained recognition in early identification of crystal deposits in the joints and soft tissues. This study aims to validate the sonographic features of 1st metatarsophalangeal joints (MTPJs) in gout and asymptomatic hyperuricemia (AH).
Methods:Patients with gout (n=20) and AH (n=16) underwent a gray-scale ultrasound assessment of both 1st MTPJs on 3 positions (dorsal, medial, plantar) in longitudinal view. The static images were read by 2 blinded trained sonologists for the presence of double contour sign (DCS), erosions, and tophi. - Full text:2 - A Cross Sectional Validation.pdf
