Question

question 41 (mandatory) (1 point)
chondrocalcinosis is the hallmark finding for which depositional arthropathy?
a) gout
b) hemochromatosis
c) calcium pyrophosphate dihydrate deposition disease
d) hydroxyapatite deposition disease

Explanation:

Chondrocalcinosis is the hallmark finding for calcium pyrophosphate dihydrate deposition disease. In gout, urate crystals are involved. Hemochromatosis is related to iron overload. Hydroxyapatite deposition disease has different crystal - related manifestations.

Answer:

C. Calcium pyrophosphate dihydrate deposition disease