Charcot Joint Flashcards
1
Q
What is Charcot joint?
A
Form of noninflammatory arthritis characterized by progressive joint destruction due to a primary neurologic disorder such as peripheral neuropathy or central motor abnormality
2
Q
What is the most common for of neuropathic joint disease?
A
Destruction of foot joints in people with diabetic neuropathy
3
Q
What is most likely the pathogenesis of charcot joint?
A
Loss of innervation to joint structures leads to a lack of proprioception and pain, abnormal joint mechanics and ultimately joint destruction
