Osteoarthritis

Therapeutic area
Rheumatology
Rare disease
No

Definition
A noninflammatory degenerative joint disease occurring chiefly in older persons, characterized by degeneration of the articular cartilage, hypertrophy of bone at the margins and changes in the synovial membrane. It is accompanied by pain and stiffness, particularly after prolonged activity.
Genetic basis
No
Non-human condition
No
Rare disease
No
Listing at source
Listed
Condition name
Osteoarthritis
Therapeutic area
Rheumatology

  • osteoarthritis
  • degenerative joint disease

Disease mechanisms
  • Inflammatory
All therapeutic areas
  • Rheumatology
Severity
Mild

MONDO ID
Parent condition
MONDO:0005578

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