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Can ra or lupus cause a single focal chondromalacia lesion involving the apex of the patella superiorly, with underlying subarticular bony edema?

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Dr. Michael Gabor answered

Specializes in Diagnostic Radiology

That finding: is probably not due to RA or lupus.

Answered 10/11/2015

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A member asked:

Can ra or lupus cause a single focal chondromalacia lesion involving the apex of the patella superiorly, with underlying subarticular bony edema?

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Dr. Michael Gabor answered

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