Acute Charcot's arthropathy of the foot and ankle.
With the possible exception of osteomyelitis, Charcot's arthropathy is perhaps the most debilitating orthopedic sequela of diabetes mellitus. For this reason, early diagnosis and aggressive, noncompromising immobilization, pressure reduction, and consistent follow-through are paramount to effecting an acceptable result.
Armstrong
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Department of Orthopaedics, University of Texas Health Science Center, San Antonio 78284-7776, USA.
Lavery
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D000465:Algorithms; D000843:Ankle Joint; D001177:Arthropathy, Neurogenic / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy; D048909:Diabetes Complications; D003952:Diagnostic Imaging; D005534:Foot Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy; D006801:Humans; D012881:Skin Temperature