Unusual Finding of Gouty Tophus in Adult Male with Acute Locked Knee: A Rare Case Report


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Article type :

Review article

Author :

Dr. Febyan,

Volume :

6

Issue :

2

Abstract :

Gout is an inammatory disease commonly characterized by tophus deposits containing uric acid crystals in the intraarticular joints. An acute locked joint due to gouty tophus formation is a rare nding. is case describes a 36-year-old man with sudden pain and locking in the knee joint. Physical examination, plain radiography, and serum uric acid examination showed unremarkable results. Further investigation with diagnostic arthroscopy conrmed tophaceous gout as the sole cause of an acutely locked knee. e patient exhibited satisfactory clinical results following surgical intervention under arthroscopy and the administration of uratelowering agents. is case highlights the probability of tophus deposition as the cause of an acute locked knee, despite unremarkable initial presentation. e awareness regarding this case should be raised, especially on emphasizing arthroscopy as a cost-effective diagnostic and therapeutic modality in patient management.

Keyword :

Arthroscopy, gouty tophi, knee joint, rare case
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