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Lissiane Karine Noronha Guedes1, Letícia Queiroga de Figueiredo1, Fernanda Oliveira de Andrade Lopes1
1Rheumatology Division, Hospital das Clinicas da Faculdade de Medicina de Sao Paulo, São Paulo 05403-010, Brazil.
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Calcium pyrophosphate deposition disease (CPPD) is a common crystal arthropathy characterized by the deposition of calcium pyrophosphate crystals in joints and soft tissues. Ultrasonography (US) has emerged as a valuable imaging modality for diagnosing CPPD, offering real-time visualization of crystal deposits and joint inflammation. In the context of personalized medicine, US plays a critical role in enabling individualized patient assessment, facilitating early and accurate diagnosis, and supporting tailored therapeutic decisions based on specific imaging findings. This article reviews the ultrasonographic features of CPPD, their diagnostic utility, and clinical applications, emphasizing the relevance of US in stratifying patients and guiding personalized management approaches.
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