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BROOKLYN 3
STUDENTS
Adam ROSCOE Samuel THOMAS
Fri 30th Aug 2013
Session 2 / Talk 5
11:25 – 11:35
ABSTRACTA short presentation on Gouty arthritis, to help further our understanding of a common indication seen on Xray requests. In our presentation we are going to cover the basics of Gout, including a definition, pathological classification, history and nature of this joint pathology, and also clinical management of patients suffering from Gout.Gout is a type of arthritis that results from an inflammatory response to a build up of uric acid in the vascular system progressing to erosion of the articulating surfaces of bones. It is an inherited metabolic disease and is classed either as an acute or chronic condition. Gout is more prevalent in males and can be influenced by diet and lifestyle. The pathogenesis of Gout involves the metabolism of Purines, a type of nucleic acid found in beer, fish, and mushrooms. This results in a waste product called Uric acid, which if not regulated by the Kidney, will crystallize and lead to bone erosion. Clinicians suspecting Gouty arthritis in their patient are likely to consider the patient’s history, and send for tests such as Xray or synovial joint aspirations.
OverviewDefinition of Gout
Pathological classification
History of Gout
Gout Aetiology & Pathogenesis
Clinical management of Gout patients
DefinitionGout is a type of arthritis
Gout results from an inflammatory response to build up of Uric acid in blood
Progresses to Urate crystals in joints
Urate crystals erode articulating surfaces of bone
Pathological ClassificationAn inherited metabolic disease
Acute of Chronic
Acute
Sudden Onset
Short term symptoms
Can resolve without treatment
Can progress to chronic Gout
Chronic
Recurring problem
Insufficient resolution between attacks
Cartilage/bone destruction results
Pathological Classification
Acute Gout
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Chronic Gout
http://www.bpac.org.nz/magazine/2007/september/gout.asp?page=2
History of Gout
129-200 AD Galen described Tophi. Galen recognised hereditary nature of Gout
460-370 BC Hippocrates described Gout as an acute inflammation of 1st MTP joint
Discovered in 2640 BC by Egyptians
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Radiographic appearanceGout appears as radiolucent bone
erosions around joints
Soft tissue swelling and inflammation present
http://www.bpac.org.nz/magazine/2007/september/images/gout_xray_bpac.jpg
Radiographic appearance
http://www.learningradiology.com/archives06/COW%20227-Gout-elbow/goutelbowcorrect.html
AetiologyGout results from a build up of Uric
acid
Uric acid results from metabolism of Purines
High blood uric acid levels can be due to a Purine-rich diet or kidney insufficiency
AetiologyThe nephron
Higher incidence of Gout in males as Oestrogen assists renal clearance of uric acid
PathogenesisExcess uric acid levels
decrease solubility
This leads to crystalization
Urate deposits are covered with proteins as part of immune response forming Tophi
Tophi are the cause of bone erosion
http://www.hopkinsarthritis.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/gout_fig7.gif
Gout managementTreatment is in two stages
Minimization of the acute inflammation Prevention of future attacks
• Acute attacks are managed with drugs. They last 1-2 weeks
• Chronic conditions are treated by lowering uric acid levels through exercise, weight loss, diet changes
Clinical testsPatient history & physical examination
Arthrocentesis test
Blood/Urine analysis
X-ray studies
Clinical tests: Patient historyFocus will be on
Family history
Recent trauma
Patient’s lifestyle & diet
Clinical tests: ArthrocentesisTest involves aspirating synovial fluid
from affected joint
Fluid is examined for urate crystals
Performed when diagnosing chronic Gout
Case studyPatient had pain, swelling, deformities
of 1st MTP joints.
Swelling around 3rd MCP joint in both hands
ConclusionMRT contact with Gout patients is
usually in later stages of disease
Be mindful positioning as the patient may be in pain
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