What is a primary defect in osteoarthritis?
A)Stromelysin and acid metalloproteinase breakdown articular cartilage.
B)Immunoglobulin G (IgG) destroys the synovial membrane.
C)Synovial membranes become inflamed.
D)Cartilage-coated osteophytes create bone spurs.

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The primary defect in osteoarthritis is the loss of articular cartilage. IgG-mediated synovial membrane destruction is seen in rheumatoid arthritis as are inflamed synovial membranes. Osteophytes are seen in osteoarthritis.

What Is a Primary Defect in Osteoarthritis