title: Epidemiology and genetics of hand osteoarthritis.
abstract: The aim of this session was to identify current issues and problems relating to risk factors for hand osteoarthritis (OA). The following important factors were discussed: Genetics, Age, Gender, Obesity, HRT (hormone replacement therapy), Physical activity/trauma.
authors.affiliation: Academic Rheumatology, City Hospital, Nottingham, UK. Michael.Doherty@nottingham.ac.uk
authors.forename: M
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Doherty
authors.forename: T D
authors.initials: TD
authors.lastname: Spector
authors.forename: U
authors.initials: U
authors.lastname: Serni
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D005260:Female; D020022:Genetic Predisposition to Disease; D006227:Hand Deformities, Acquired / Q000453:epidemiology / Q000209:etiology*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D010003:Osteoarthritis / Q000453:epidemiology / Q000209:etiology*; D012307:Risk Factors