A Case Series of Ochronotic Arthritis
Journal Title: Scholars Journal of Medical Case Reports - Year 2016, Vol 4, Issue 11
Abstract
Ochronotic arthropathy is a rare hereditary metabolic disease found in patients with alkaptonuria. It is associated with deposition of homogentisic acid derivatives in various connective tissues of the body. Joint involvement especially hip and knee destruction is seen. We present two cases of alkaptonuria resulting in ochronotic hip and knee arthritis treated with total hip and knee arthroplasties. Patients complaints were alleviated and no further complaints were registered, during the next follow-up. Keywords: Alkaptonuria ochronosis, joint replacement.
Authors and Affiliations
Dr Prakash Karrun, Dr. Veena Singh, Dr. Venkatachalam . , Dr Lionel John, Dr. G. M. Lenin
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