Osteophyte

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Osteophyte, also bone spur, are a finding seen in osteoarthritis.

Microscopic

Features:

  • Cartilage and bone.[1]

See also

References

  1. Gelse, K.; Ekici, AB.; Cipa, F.; Swoboda, B.; Carl, HD.; Olk, A.; Hennig, FF.; Klinger, P. (Feb 2012). "Molecular differentiation between osteophytic and articular cartilage--clues for a transient and permanent chondrocyte phenotype.". Osteoarthritis Cartilage 20 (2): 162-71. doi:10.1016/j.joca.2011.12.004. PMID 22209871.