Abstract
Charcot arthropathy is a non-infective destructive process manifesting as dislocation, periarticular fracture or a combination of both, in patients with peripheral neuropathy
The classification and staging of charcot arthropathy assists us in decision making and appropriate management of these patients. Clinical presentation and diagnosis will be discussed as well as management techniques for the different stages of arthropathy. Neuropathic ulcer management, including new ideas, will be briefly covered.
The abstracts were prepared by David AF Morgan. Correspondence should be addressed to him at davidafmorgan@aoa.org.au
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