Rheumatoid foot
Definition
Disorder of immune system
- antigen-antibody complexes
- stimulate release of proteolytic enzymes
- leading to vasculitis, synovitis and cartilage destruction
Characterised
Articular Effects
- synovitis
- ligamentous and capsular laxity
- cartilage destruction
- osseous erosion
Vasculitis
- rheumatoid nodules