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Which of the following is a bone protective hormone?
Which of the following is a bone protective hormone?
Which of the following is a bone degradation hormone?
Which of the following is a bone degradation hormone?
Which of the following is a characteristic of osteomalacia?
Which of the following is a characteristic of osteomalacia?
Which of the following is a clinical manifestation of Paget's disease?
Which of the following is a clinical manifestation of Paget's disease?
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What is the general term for bone disease with loss of bone mass?
What is the general term for bone disease with loss of bone mass?
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of osteoporosis?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of osteoporosis?
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Uric acid serum concentrations greater than 6.8 mg/dL is a sign of gout.
Uric acid serum concentrations greater than 6.8 mg/dL is a sign of gout.
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Uric acid is less soluble in synovial fluid than in blood.
Uric acid is less soluble in synovial fluid than in blood.
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Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for gout?
Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for gout?
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Which type of joint is most commonly affected by osteoarthritis?
Which type of joint is most commonly affected by osteoarthritis?
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What is a clinical manifestation of rheumatoid arthritis?
What is a clinical manifestation of rheumatoid arthritis?
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Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is more common in men than in women.
Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is more common in men than in women.
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Study Notes
Musculoskeletal Disorders - Learning Objectives
- Identify bone types (long, short, flat, irregular) and provide examples of each.
- Describe bone structure (compact/cortical and cancellous/spongy).
- Detail the role of osteoblasts (bone formation), osteoclasts (bone resorption), RANKL, OPG, estrogen, and cytokines (mediators of bone metabolism).
- Correlate disease states and medications with their effects on RANKL and OPG.
- Differentiate clinical signs and symptoms of musculoskeletal disorders.
- Describe the pathophysiologic processes of various musculoskeletal diseases.
- Differentiate the pathophysiology of osteomalacia, osteoporosis, and Paget's disease.
- Describe the bone deformities expected in osteomalacia, osteoporosis, and Paget's disease.
- Differentiate the pathophysiology and clinical manifestations of rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and gout, including secondary conditions like nephropathy.
- Classify these diseases based on autoimmune involvement and tissue distribution.
Anatomy & Physiology
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Bone Structure: Bone structure comprises compact (cortical) bone (rigid, calcified matrix) and cancellous (spongy) bone (lattice-like pattern containing osteogenic cells).
- Bone Marrow: Found in long bones and other locations.
- Types: Red marrow (hematopoiesis) and yellow marrow (adipose tissue).
- Blood Supply: Primarily in compact bone areas.
- Cartilage: Mostly water (80%), collagen, and proteoglycans. Produced by chondrocytes.
- Avascular and diffusion-dependent.
- Present in ligaments, tendons, and articular joints.
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Bone Formation/Regulation: Bone tissue has metabolically active cells (e.g. osteoprogenitor cells) that become osteoblasts (building bone) and osteoclasts (chewing bone).
- The balance of these processes is crucial for bone maintenance. Imbalances drive bone and joint disease.
- Hormonal control: Key players like parathyroid hormone (PTH) and Vitamin D. They influence bone resorption and calcium/phosphate levels via multiple pathways.
Types of Bone Cells
- Osteoblasts: Lay down bone matrix and influence calcium deposition.
- Osteoclasts: Bone-resorbing cells.
- RankL: Stimulates osteoclasts.
- OPG: Inhibits osteoclasts.
- Cytokines (TNF, IL-1, IL-6): Influence osteoclast activity and inflammation.
Regulation of Bone Structure
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Ossification & Calcification: Bone formation processes involve creating a structural matrix and depositing calcium.
- Metabolically active cells: Osteoprogenitor cells are critical for differentiation into bone-forming cells like osteoblasts and osteoclasts.
- Bone remodeling cycle: Includes initiation, resorption, reversal, formation, and quiescence and how this cycle is affected by imbalance.
- RANK(L) and OPG are crucial to bone formation/resorption balance
Hormonal Regulation
- Key hormones like PTH and Calcitriol (Vitamin D) regulate calcium levels. They affect bone, kidney, and intestine function.
- PTH affects bone, kidney with calcium re-uptake, and vitamin D production in kidney.
- Calcitriol (Vitamin D) affects bone and intestine (calcium absorption).
Osteomalacia
- Characterized by inadequate bone mineralization, leading to "soft bones."
- Common cause is Vitamin D deficiency; other causes are phosphate deficiency and GI absorption issues
Paget's Disease
- Characterized by increased osteoclast activity and compensatory osteoblastic activity, resulting in abnormal bone formation.
- Bone is thickened, deformed, painful, and highly vascularized.
Osteoporosis
- Characterized by a loss of mineralized bone mass and bone resorption outweighing bone formation.
- Primary (occurs naturally (i.e. age related)) vs secondary osteoporosis.
- Factors influencing osteoporosis include diet ( calcium, vitamin D), hormone deficiencies, and specific conditions or medications (i.e. hyperthyroidism).
Joint Disorders
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Gout: Caused by the crystallization of urate deposits secondary to increased uric acid levels.
- Acute and chronic gouty arthritis are possible.
- Nephropathy is also a possible secondary complication.
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Rheumatoid Arthritis: An autoimmune disease.
- RF and ACPA contribute to inflammation and joint destruction. Extra-articular implications are significant.
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Osteoarthritis: A degenerative joint disease.
- Characterized by slow progressive destruction of joint cartilage and inflammation.
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Systemic Lupus Erythematosus: An autoimmune disease affecting nearly all tissues.
- Characterized by the generation of auto-antibodies against self-antigens and immune complex formation.
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This quiz focuses on musculoskeletal disorders, covering topics such as bone types, structure, and the roles of osteoblasts and osteoclasts. It also examines various disease states, their clinical signs, and pathophysiological processes like osteomalacia, osteoporosis, and arthritis. Enhance your understanding of how these conditions affect bone health.
