Splinter/linear hemorrhages
Linear hemorrhages, i.e. splinter hemorrhages, seen on the nails may be a clue to an underlying connective tissue disease, such as antiphospholipid antibody syndrome.
Heberden’s nodes
Heberden’s nodes in the DIP-joints due to formation of bony nodules, a clinical sign seen in patients with osteoarthritis. More commonly seen than Bouchard’s nodes.
Bouchard’s nodes
Bouchard’s nodes in the PIP-joints due to formation of bony nodules, a clinical sign seen in patients with osteoarthritis.
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Left/right hand radiograph in a patient with osteoarthritis (OA), which shows joint space narrowing of the DIPs, osteophytes, and bone remodelling. These radiographic features are typical in mild to severe OA.
