title: Osteotomies for the Management of Charcot Neuroarthropathy of the Foot and Ankle.
abstract: Patients with diabetic neuropathy that develop unstable Charcot neuroarthropathy not only have an autoimmune disease that prolongs the healing process, they also often have an inability to maintain a non-weight bearing status. Charcot neuroarthopathy is often devastating to the structure and stability of the foot and ankle. This disease may require permanent bracing, reconstructive surgical stabilization, and in some cases lower leg amputation. Successful management of Charcot neuroarthopathy requires diligence and surveillance by physician and patient alike.
authors.affiliation: Department of Orthopedics, The CORE Institute, 18444 N 25th Avenue, Unit 320, Phoenix, AZ 85023, USA. Electronic address: scottryt@gmail.com.
authors.forename: Ryan T
authors.initials: RT
authors.lastname: Scott
authors.affiliation: The Orthopedic Group, Pittsburgh, PA, USA.
authors.forename: William T
authors.initials: WT
authors.lastname: DeCarbo
authors.affiliation: Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Center, Westerville Medical Campus, 300 Polaris Parkway, Suite 2000, Westerville, OH 43082, USA.
authors.forename: Christopher F
authors.initials: CF
authors.lastname: Hyer
mesh_terms: D001174:Arthrodesis; D001177:Arthropathy, Neurogenic / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery*; D003929:Diabetic Neuropathies / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery*; D016267:External Fixators; D033023:Foot Joints; D006801:Humans; D016268:Internal Fixators
keywords: Charcot; External fixation; Midfoot osteotomy