triad of Phemister

The triad of Phemister refers to three radiographic features seen classically with tuberculous arthropathy:

• juxta-articular osteopenia/osteoporosis
• peripheral osseous erosions
• gradual narrowing of joint space

History and etymology

Named after Dallas Burton Phemister (1882-1951), American orthopedic surgeon .

Siehe auch:

• Tuberkulose