Can BCP crystals cause an inflammatory synovitis

Can BCP crystals cause an inflammatory synovitis?

Acute attacks of arthritis due to BCP crystals in the knee and other joints have been described. The attacks resemble gout. A more chronic arthritis leading to erosive OA changes in the fingers has also been linked to BCP crystals. Unfortunately, these presentations are difficult to prove because of the difficulty in identifying BCP crystals in the synovial fluid.

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