Neuropathic (Charcot) Arthropathy Flashcards
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What is Neuropathic (Charcot) Arthropathy?
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- Noninflammatory joint disease
- Secondary to a neurologic disease
2
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What is the cause of joint destruction in Charcot’s joint?
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- insensitivity to pain
- loss of proprioception and deep sensation > recurrent trauma > progressive destruction and disorganization of the joint
3
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What causes Charcot’s joint?
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- Diabetes mellitus (MC, tarsometatarsal joint)
- Syringomyelia (shoulder, elbow, wrist joints)
- Tertiary syphilis (hip, knee and ankle joint)
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What is the hallmark of Charcot’s joint
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Marked joint destruction. Joint is totally destroyed and disorganized
