Presentation
History of hand trauma and immobilization 18 months earlier. Swelling and discomfort at the MCP III joint.
Patient Data
Age: 30
Gender: Female
From the case:
Periarticular ossification of the MCP joint
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periarticular ossification
From the case:
Periarticular ossification of the MCP joint
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There is a bizarre osseous formation at the radial aspect of the 3rd metacarpal head. The underlying bone shows a small osteophyte, but no defects or deformities.