Backache due to alkaptonuria in a middle aged man
JCPSP-Journal of the College of Physicians and Surgeons Pakistan. 2013; 23 (12): 888-889
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ABSTRACT
Alkaptonuria is a rare cause of backache. A 55 years old gentleman, a retired army personal had been having pain and stiffness in the spine for the last 15 years, accompanied by bluish black discolouration of face and hands. Kyphosis and reduced movement of spine were present. Other joints were spared. Osler spots were visible on the sclera. X-rays revealed calcification of intervertebral discs. Asymptomatic renal stone was identified. There was no cardiac involvement. Symptomatic care was provided.
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Assunto principal:
Calcinose
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Cálculos Renais
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Dor nas Costas
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Disco Intervertebral
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Cifose
Tipo de estudo:
Relato de Casos
Limite:
Humanos
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Masculino
Idioma:
Inglês
Revista:
J. Coll. Physicians Surg. Pak.
Ano de publicação:
2013
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