Hip osteoarthritis

Case contributed by Bruno Di Muzio
Diagnosis probable

Presentation

Right hip pain.

Patient Data

Age: 70 years
Gender: Female
x-ray

Pelvis x-ray demonstrating a diffuse bone attenuation reduction and a right pelvic tilt due a right coxofemoral osteoarthritis: loss of joint space with subtle subchondral sclerosis and geodes. 

Case Discussion

This case illustrates a right hip osteoarthritis associated with right pelvic tilt.  

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