Metabolism of crystals within the joint
Monosodium urate (MSU), calcium pyrophosphate dihydrate (CPPD) and basic calcium phosphate (BCP) crystals deposit in joints and surrounding tissues causing acute inflammation and chronic cartilage damage. A number of endogenous substances and physicochemical conditions affect their precipitation, gr...
Main Authors: | A. Scanu, F. Oliviero, L. Punzi |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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PAGEPress Publications
2012-01-01
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Series: | Reumatismo |
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Online Access: | http://www.reumatismo.org/index.php/reuma/article/view/563 |
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