26th January 2024

A 37-year-old female has presented to the rheumatology outpatients department for follow-up of her autoimmune disease.

A 37-year-old female has presented to the rheumatology outpatients department for follow-up of her autoimmune disease. She has X-rays done of her hands which show soft tissue calcifications, mainly affecting her distal phalanges. 

Which of the following is the most likely cause of her X-ray findings?

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.