Charcot Neuroarthropathy (Hindfoot)

Question 1

Cause of Charcot Neuroarthropathy (3)

Answer 1

Any cause of Neuropathy
Diabetes
Syphillis

Question 2

Pathophysiology of Charcot Neuroarthropathy (2)

Answer 2

• Lack of Proprioception and Protective Skin Sensation

- Abnormal Autonomic Nervous System = Increased Vascular Supply and Bone Resorption

Question 3

Charcot Neuroarthropathy occurs in how many stages? (3)

Answer 3

Fragmentation
Coalescence
Remodelling

Question 4

Diagnosis of Charcot Neuroarthropathy? (3)

Answer 4

• Any Diabetic with Acute Swollen Erythematous Foot especially with Neuropathy
• Greater than 3 degree difference between limbs
• MRI

Question 5

Management of Charcot Neuroarthropathy (3)

Answer 5

Prevention
Immobilisation
Correct Deformity