Acro-osteolysis is seen in: March 2012
High-Yield Explanation
Ans: C i.e. Scleroderma Acro-osteolysis (resorption of the distal phalangeal tuft) is seen in hyperparathyroidism, scleroderma, raynaud's, psoriasis etc. Musculoskeletal system: Radiological signs and conditions Polka dot in veebra: Haemangioma Champagne glass pelvis: Achondroplasia Pencil thin coex: Scurvy Onion skin appearance: Ewings sarcoma Fallen fragment sign: Aneurysmal bone cyst Codman's triangle and Sunray appearance: Osteosarcoma Cotton wool/Ground glass appearance: Fibrous dysplasia Earliest radiological sign in acute osteomyelitis: Soft tissue swelling Water's view/ Occipito-mental view is done for: - Maxillary, - Ethmoid, - Sphenoid sinus Odontoid view is done to visualize: C1, C2 veebrae