A case of charcot's feet in a patient with parkinson's disease: a case report
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INTRODUCTION Parkinson's Disease (PD), amongst its motor symptoms, can cause dystonia of the limbs and trunk. This can lead to subsequent deformities. CASE PRESENTATION We describe a case where Parkinson's Disease has gone on to cause bilateral Charcot feet with rocker-bottom deformity. CONCLUSION There is recognised pattern of foot deformities seen in Parkinson's disease and it is important to realise that patients may go on to develop a Charcot joint. This would warrant early referral to an orthopaedic surgeon so that appropriate management can limit joint damage and deformity.
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دوره 2 شماره
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تاریخ انتشار 2009