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What is subarticular cystic changes and what do they do for it ?
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Bone: Irregularities of bone below the joint surface that can form caves or defects, usually degenerative. Treatment is usually geared toward observation & joint support, unless painful. Then treat like arthritis.
Answered 2/5/2019
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These are usually : Seen as secondary changes relatd to arthritic changes to the overlying joint-subarticular means below the joint surface. There is nothing specifically to do for them but to treat the arthritis as indicated.
Answered 2/5/2019
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