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Ochronosis is a rare hereditary disease caused by the absence of homogentisic acid (HGA) 14 oxidase. It results in severe disc disease in the spine and arthritis in joints around the body. The condition is associated with a characteristic pigmentation of affected tissues. This chapter will address the imaging features of the condition.

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Ochronosis

  • 动态工具书词条

  • 发表日期：

    2025年

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  • Diego F. Lemos,
  • Claire Coggins,
  • Curtis W. Hayes

摘要

Ochronosis is a rare hereditary disease caused by the absence of homogentisic acid (HGA) 14 oxidase. It results in severe disc disease in the spine and arthritis in joints around the body. The condition is associated with a characteristic pigmentation of affected tissues. This chapter will address the imaging features of the condition.