Diacerin is a DMOAD (Diseases Modifying Osteoarthritis Drug) –
D – Diarrhea (not recommended in >65 years – more vulnerable to diarrhea)
I – IL-1 Inhibition
A – Anthraquinone
C – Chondroprotective effects
E – Eczema
R – Rashes
I – Increase in hepatic enzymes (contraindicated in patients with history of liver diseases)
N – NSAID like efficacy after 1st month of treatment
Mnemonic: FOOLa. Fat padsb. Overt findings and outlinesc. Ossification centersd. Lines Fat pads The elbow joint has anterior and posterior fat pads which are extra-synovial but within the articular capsule. These are present as a radiolucent (black) line (compared to bone and surrounding soft tissues) in lateral X-rays. Normal finding:…
Approach to a limping child General points Classification Management depends on 4 factors which can be remembered using the mnemonic SCFE. Stability and Severity a. Loder classification: b. Severity: Severity Southwick angle on frog-leg lateral view (Difference of head-shaft angle from normal side) Wilson slip % on AP or frog-leg…
Origin of Axillary Artery: Continuation of Subclavian artery Extent of Axillary Artery: Outer border of 1st rib to Lower border of teres major (terminates as brachial artery) Relation to Axillary Vein: Lateral to Axillary Vein 3 Parts of Axillary Artery: In relation to Pectoralis Minor muscle 1st part: Proximal 2nd…