BROOKLYN 3STUDENTS

Adam ROSCOE Samuel THOMAS

Fri 30th Aug 2013Session 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.

Gouty ArthritisAdam RoscoeSam Thomas

Year 3 Medical Imaging Unitec

OverviewDefinition of GoutPathological classificationHistory of GoutGout Aetiology & PathogenesisClinical management of Gout patients

DefinitionGout is a type of arthritisGout results from an inflammatory

response to build up of Uric acid in blood

Progresses to Urate crystals in jointsUrate crystals erode articulating

surfaces of bone

Pathological ClassificationAn inherited metabolic diseaseAcute of Chronic

Acute

Sudden Onset

Short term symptomsCan resolve without

treatmentCan 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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Gout topographyMore likely to

suffer Gout

Most often affects

Less likely to suffer Gout

Radiographic appearanceGout appears as radiolucent bone

erosions around jointsSoft 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

acidUric 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 solubilityThis leads to crystalizationUrate 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 examinationArthrocentesis testBlood/Urine analysisX-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 jointFluid is examined for urate crystals

Performed when diagnosing chronic Gout

Clinical tests: Blood/UrinePerformed to assess uric acid levels

when Gout diagnosis is unclear

Clinical tests: XrayPerformed mainly in later stages of

Gout

Case studyPatient had pain, swelling, deformities

of 1st MTP joints.Swelling around 3rd MCP joint in both

hands

Case study

ConclusionMRT contact with Gout patients is

usually in later stages of diseaseBe mindful positioning as the patient

may be in pain

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Acknowledgments of SupportRouse Educational Trust

Pauline Hext