Osteoarthritis of the hip

Case contributed by Luu Hanh
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Right hip pain

Patient Data

Age: 70 years
Gender: Female
x-ray

The right hip demonstrates asymmetric narrowing of the joint space, particularly at the weight-bearing segment, formation of marginal osteophytes, subchondral sclerosis, geodes, remodeling of the articular surface.

mri

MRI findings are similar to X-rays. In addition, there is the eroded cartilage joint, joint effusion, and bone marrow edema in the right femoral head, acetabulum.

Case Discussion

X-ray and MRI findings are in keeping with osteoarthritis of the hip.

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