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Fig. 1 | BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders

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From: Metacarpal bone loss in patients with rheumatoid arthritis estimated by a new Digital X-ray Radiogrammetry method – initial results

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a Normal hand X-ray without signs of RA b Demineralisation of the metacarpal bone, joints space narrowing of the metacarpophalangeal joint I to V (asterix) and erosions of the metacarpophalangeal joint (arrows) c Severe demineralisation of the metacarpal bones as well as advanced joint space narrowing of the carpus and metacarpophalangeal joint I to V (asterix) with total loss of joint space at the metacarpophalangeal joint II and III, erosive destruction of the metacarpophalangeal joint III and subluxation of the metacarpophalangeal joint I

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