Gouty tophi M10.0

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

All authors of this article

Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Dieser Artikel auf Deutsch

Synonym(s)

Gout node; Tophi uratici

Definition
This section has been translated automatically.

Multiple, yellowish, initially soft, later increasingly coarse, mostly painless nodules occurring in chronic gout due to the deposition of precipitated uric acid salts in the skin. Possible emptying of crumbly concrements through the diluted, covering surface.

Localization
This section has been translated automatically.

Earlobes, finger joints, Achilles tendon, bursa sacs.

Differential diagnosis
This section has been translated automatically.

Therapy
This section has been translated automatically.

Excision of disturbing tophi.

Disclaimer

Please ask your physician for a reliable diagnosis. This website is only meant as a reference.

Authors

Last updated on: 29.10.2020