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Hypertrophic Osteoarthropathy, Secondary

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Hypertrophic Osteoarthropathy, Secondary Medical Condition

What's The Definition Of The Medical Condition Hypertrophic Osteoarthropathy, Secondary?

Symmetrical osteitis of the four limbs, chiefly localized to the phalanges and the terminal epiphyses of the long bones of the forearm and leg, sometimes extending to the proximal ends of the limbs and the flat bones, and accompanied by dorsal kyphosis and joint involvement. It is often secondary to chronic conditions of the lungs and heart. (Dorland, 27th ed)

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