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===== [[Summary Article|'''SUMMARY''']] =====
<i>EARLY CHANGES</i>
<br/>1. Involvement of MCPJ, PIPJ, sparing of the DIPJ2. Erosion of the head of MC &amp; ulna styloid
<br/>3. Reduction in joint space
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<br/><i>LATE CHANGES</i>
<br/>1. Loss of joint space
<br/>2. Carpal destruction
<br/>3. MCPJ &amp; PIPJ subluxation
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<br/>4. Z-deformity of thumb
<br/>5. PIPJ erosion: active disease


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