Destructive arthropathy of fingers in primary hypothyroidism without chondrocalcinosis. Report of 3 cases.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Three cases of undiagnosed primary hypothyroidism with high thyroid stimulating hormone values presented destructive arthropathy of the proximal interphalangeal joints. None had chondrocalcinosis, neuropathy, myopathy or sicca complex. Quick improvement followed hormonal therapy, which suggests that hormonal imbalance could be responsible for this particular rheumatic condition.
Medical subject headings
- Finger Joint
- Hypothyroidism