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Trigger wrist phenomenon in rheumatoid arthritis
The Hand
|February 1, 1983
Summary
Rheumatoid arthritis can cause trigger wrists due to rheumatoid nodules, an uncommon complication. Histological analysis confirmed nodules alongside synovitis in two reported cases, explaining the triggering mechanism.
Area of Science:
- Rheumatology
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Pathology
Background:
- Flexor tendon synovitis is common in rheumatoid arthritis, often causing carpal tunnel syndrome and trigger finger.
- Triggering at the wrist joint is an infrequent manifestation of rheumatoid arthritis.