Book review

The second edition of Osteoarthritis is a very well documented and illustrated book. The different chapters cover perfectly the most important questions relating to osteoarthri-tis—epidemiology, socioeconomics, genetics, pathogenesis, clinical features, and management both in daily practice and clinical trials. In particular, there are well documented sections on specific investigations such as biological markers, magnetic resonance ima-ging, and ultrasonography. Moreover, two sections evaluate more fully the potential modifiers of cartilage breakdown. This book will be useful for all who are involved in osteoarthritis research and/or in charge of the management of osteoarthritic patients.