The Charcot Foot - 02/09/13
Doi : 10.1016/j.mcna.2013.04.003
Lee C. Rogers, DPM a, b, ⁎ 
, Robert G. Frykberg, DPM, MPH c
, Robert G. Frykberg, DPM, MPH c a Amputation Prevention Center, Valley Presbyterian Hospital, Los Angeles, CA, USA
b College of Podiatric Medicine, Western University of Health Sciences, Pomona, CA, USA
c Podiatry Section, Phoenix VA Healthcare System, Phoenix, AZ, USA
∗Corresponding author. Amputation Prevention Center, Valley Presbyterian Hospital, Los Angeles, CA.
Riassunto |
The Charcot foot or Charcot neuroarthropathy (CN) is a rare, but complex and often misdiagnosed complication of diseases causing peripheral neuropathy, like diabetes. Early recognition and treatment can prevent complications like ulcers and amputations. This article provides a review of the current evidence base and offers a pathway for treatment.
Il testo completo di questo articolo è disponibile in PDF.Keywords : Charcot foot, Neuroarthropathy, Joints, Soft tissues
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Vol 97 - N° 5
P. 847-856 - settembre 2013 Ritorno al numero
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