Psoriasis Related Gout Arthritis In The Big Toe Interphalangeal Joint: A Case Report

Authors : Recep Öztürk

Pages : 152-155

Doi:10.31067/acusaglik.833279

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Publication Date : 2020-12-16

Article Type : Research

Abstract :In this study, we present the first report of a case of gout arthritis localized in the interphalangeal joint of the right foot firts toe, which was related to psoriasis disease in a 40-year-old male patient. Since the symptoms did not response to conservative treatments, the patient was treated with surgery. Arthrotomy was performed to debride around the bones and intraarticular crystals. Then, pharnacological treatment was initiated and life style changes were made. No recurrence of the symptoms were observed during 24-month follow-up.
Keywords : Psoriasis, gout, interphalangeal, diagnosis