Jaccoud's arthropathy
This condition may affect the hands in up to 50% of patients with systemic lupus erythematosus.
It is characterized by reducible, non-erosive joint deformities with a preservation of hand function.
This condition is probably the result of tendon inflammation and shortening.
It may also occur as a rare complication of recurrent attacks of rheumatic fever.
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