RT Journal Article
SR Electronic
T1 Charcot neuroarthropathy: An often overlooked complication of diabetes
JF Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine
JO Cleve Clin J Med
FD Cleveland Clinic
SP 593
OP 599
DO 10.3949/ccjm.77a.09163
VO 77
IS 9
A1 Botek, Georgeanne
A1 Anderson, Martha A.
A1 Taylor, Ryan
YR 2010
UL http://www.ccjm.org/content/77/9/593.abstract
AB In patients with long-standing, poorly controlled diabetes and peripheral neuropathy, a red, hot, swollen foot without open ulceration should raise the suspicion of Charcot neuroarthropathy, an often-overlooked diabetic foot complication. The authors discuss key diagnostic features and how to differentiate this condition from cellulitis, osteomyelitis, and other conditions. They review key elements of the workup and emphasize the importance of early diagnosis and prompt treatment to preserve a functioning foot.