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Osmic acid is injected into joints for chemical synovectomy [ ]. It is associated with local pain, effusions, and fever; skin necrosis is less frequent [ ]. Nerve damage and abnormal urinary findings (hematuria, proteinuria, and leukocyturia) can occur. A potentially dangerous drug, it certainly should not be given to young patients.

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