Open AccessCharcot arthropathy: The diagnostic dilemma of a painless, destructive joint
Author(s) -
Galanis Nikiforos,
Kyriakou Aikaterini,
Delniotis Ioannis,
Charanidi Paraskevi,
Mavropoulos Paraskevas,
Inklebarger James
Publication year - 2020
Publication title -
clinical case reports
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.21
H-Index - 9
ISSN - 2050-0904
DOI - 10.1002/ccr3.2603
Subject(s) - medicine , arthropathy , amputation , surgery , joint disorder , osteoarthritis , pathology , alternative medicine
The impressive clinical picture of Charcot joint reflects a high energy trauma injury which in the contrary is a progressive, painless arthropathy. Early and accurate diagnosis is crucial. A favorable outcome is elicited when joint is treated promptly, while late or misdiagnosis may lead to amputation.
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