Jaccoud's arthropathy
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
Overview
Jaccoud's arthropathy is a chronic deformity characterized by ulnar deviation of the second to fifth fingers and subluxation of the metacarpophalangeal joints. Joint subluxations are voluntarily correctable by the patients. Toes may also be affected. Jaccoud's arthropathy may be seen in association with several rheumatic and non-rheumatic disorders, such as systemic lupus erythematosus, recurrent rheumatic fever, psoriatic arthritis, and inflammatory bowel disease arthritis.
On imaging, ulnar deviation of the second to fifth fingers and subluxation of the metacarpophalangeal joints is seen.
Jaccoud's arthropathy in a patient with SLE