Presentation
Diabetic patient with a swollen, deformed foot. History of distal amputation.
Patient Data
Age: 45 years
Gender: Male
From the case:
Charcot foot
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Significant deformity with fracture-dislocation in the tarsometatarsal and metatarsophalangeal joints and evidence of distal amputation of the first and fourth fingers can be seen.
Evidence of destruction is evident in midtarsal bones.
Heterotopic calcification is seen in the soft tissue adjacent to the bones.
Calcaneal spurs are present at the plantar and posterior aspects.
Significant soft tissue swelling is observed.
Case Discussion
Charcot foot refers to a progressive degenerative/destructive joint disorder in patients with abnormal pain sensation and proprioception.
The most common cause of Charcot foot is diabetes mellitus.
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