Lubberts effect
Lubberts Effect
Lubberts Effect (pronunciation: /ˈlʌbərts ɪˈfɛkt/) is a medical phenomenon observed in the field of Orthopedics and Rheumatology. The term is named after Dr. Robert Lubberts, a renowned Rheumatologist who first described the effect in his research.
Etymology
The term "Lubberts Effect" is derived from the name of Dr. Robert Lubberts, who first identified and described this phenomenon in his research. The term "effect" is used in the context of medical and scientific research to denote a specific outcome or result that is observed under certain conditions.
Definition
The Lubberts Effect refers to the phenomenon where the presence of Rheumatoid Arthritis in one joint can lead to the development of the same condition in the corresponding joint on the other side of the body. This is often observed in the hands and feet, where if one hand or foot is affected by Rheumatoid Arthritis, the other is likely to develop the condition as well.
Related Terms
- Rheumatoid Arthritis: A chronic inflammatory disorder affecting many joints, including those in the hands and feet.
- Symmetry in Rheumatoid Arthritis: The characteristic of Rheumatoid Arthritis affecting the same joints on both sides of the body.
- Orthopedics: The branch of medicine dealing with the correction of deformities of bones or muscles.
- Rheumatology: A specialty of medicine devoted to the diagnosis and therapy of rheumatic diseases.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Lubberts effect
- Wikipedia's article - Lubberts effect
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