MSK 2

Question 1

Purpose of articular cartilage

Answer 1

Reduce friction
Shock absorption

Question 2

Key facts of synovial membrane

Answer 2

Highly vascularised
Secretes & absorbs SF

Question 3

Purpose of synovial fluid

Answer 3

Lubrication
Shock absorption
Nutrient distribution

Question 4

Why is nutrient distribution important?
In relation as a function of synovial fluid

Answer 4

Hyaline cartilage is avascular
∴ relies on diffusion from SF

Question 5

Generally, when is ESR raised?

Answer 5

with inflammation / infection

Question 6

In whom might you find a falsely high ESR?

Answer 6

Females
↑ Age
Obese patients
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