Antique Framed Print : Melorheostosis of the knee, X-ray C017 / 7145
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Melorheostosis of the knee, X-ray C017 / 7145
Melorheostosis of the knee. X-ray of left knee of a 52 year old male patient showing damage (white area to bottom left of knee cap) caused by melorheostosis. Melorheostosis is the abnormal development (dysplasia) of mesenchyma connective tissue that causes the bony cortex to widen and become hyperdense
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Connective Tissue Cortex Density Developmental Diagnostic Fifties Fifty Two Knee Middle Aged Orthopaedic Orthopaedics Orthopedic Orthopedics Osteological Osteology Patient Profile Radiography X Ray Machine Xray Abnormal Condition Disorder Unhealthy
14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 17.3cm x 24.4cm (6.8" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 31.2cm x 36.3cm (12.3" x 14.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from Science Photo Library showcases the intricate details of a rare medical condition known as Melorheostosis. The X-ray image captures the left knee of a 52-year-old male patient, revealing the devastating damage caused by this disorder. Melorheostosis is characterized by abnormal development in the connective tissue, specifically within the mesenchyma, resulting in an unusual widening and hyperdensity of the bony cortex. In this monochrome image, one can observe a white area located at the bottom left of the knee cap indicating significant impairment caused by melorheostosis. This condition not only affects bone mass but also poses various challenges to orthopedic specialists who strive to alleviate pain and restore functionality for patients like this middle-aged man. The side view perspective offers valuable insights into osteological abnormalities associated with melorheostosis. Through diagnostic radiography techniques using an x-ray machine, healthcare professionals gain crucial information about this developmental disorder that primarily affects individuals in their fifties. Despite its rarity and unhealthy impact on those affected, images like these contribute immensely to medical research and understanding. By providing visual evidence of such conditions, scientists can delve deeper into uncovering potential treatments or interventions that may improve patients' quality of life.
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