scaphotrapeziotrapezoid osteoarthritis

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What does scaphotrapeziotrapezoid osteoarthritis mean?

A degenerative joint condition affecting the scaphotrapeziotrapezoid joint in the wrist, where the scaphoid, trapezium, and trapezoid bones meet. It involves progressive wear and breakdown of cartilage, leading to bone-on-bone contact, inflammation, and pain on the thumb-side of the wrist.

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