{Reference Type}: Journal Article
{Title}: Surgical Outcomes in Charcot Arthropathy.
{Author}: Skinner WC;Pattisapu N;Yeoh J;Grear BJ;Richardson DR;Murphy GA;Bettin CC;
{Journal}: Orthop Clin North Am
{Volume}: 55
{Issue}: 3
{Year}: 2024 Jul
{Factor}: 2.771
{DOI}: 10.1016/j.ocl.2023.11.001
{Abstract}: Treatment of Charcot neuroarthropathy (CN) of the foot and ankle remains challenging for both patients and surgeons. Nonoperative treatment with cast/orthosis immobilization has long been the mainstay of treatment, but surgical intervention has gained interest to improve poor long-term outcomes. A review of existing data on the operative management of CN demonstrates the potential benefits but also the continued risks associated with treatment. Additionally, a retrospective review of cohorts managed with limited surgical interventions (wound debridements, exostectomies, and other surgical procedures) compared to reconstructive procedures provides additional insight into the surgical management of CN.