Research Spotlight: Racial and Sex Disparities in the Prevalence of Gout Among US Adults
Gout was more prevalent in adults self-reporting Black race during a recent 10-year period compared with their White counterparts.
Gout
Gout is a condition that causes inflamed, painful joints. The symptoms are caused by deposits of urate crystals at the joints.
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Gout & Crystal Arthropathy Center
The Gout & Crystal Arthropathy Center at Massachusetts General Hospital provides personalized, high-quality care to patients with gout, pseudogout, and other crystal arthropathies.
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Rheumatology Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Program
The Massachusetts General Hospital Rheumatology Musculoskeletal (MSK) Ultrasound Program offers diagnosis and treatment for musculoskeletal pain and disorders such as arthritis and gout.
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Quantity and Characteristics of Waste at a Level I Trauma Center
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