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Tarsal bone disintegration in leprosy.

G Harverson, A G Warren

    Clinical Radiology
    |May 1, 1979
    PubMed
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    Tarsal bone disintegration, common in leprosy patients, causes severe foot deformities. Treatment involving immobilization leads to bone sclerosis and a functional limb.

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    Area of Science:

    • Orthopedics
    • Infectious Diseases
    • Radiology

    Background:

    • Tarsal bone disintegration affects 10% of leprosy patients, leading to significant foot deformities.
    • Micro-trauma is the primary cause, with sensory impairment, sepsis, and osteoporosis as contributing factors.
    • This study analyzes 400 patients to understand the characteristics and radiological features of this condition.

    Observation:

    • The talus and navicular bones were most frequently involved in tarsal lesions.
    • Radiological signs include bone fragmentation, calcified soft tissue fragments, linear fractures, and progressive bone deformity.
    • Affected bones show loss of density and flattening of the plantar arch.

    Findings:

    • The study identified key initial radiological features of tarsal bone disintegration.

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  • Specific patterns of bone fragmentation, deformity, and associated soft tissue changes were observed.
  • The talus and navicular bones are particularly susceptible to disintegration in leprosy patients.

    • Implications:

    • Understanding these radiological features aids in early diagnosis and management of tarsal bone disintegration.
    • Effective treatment, including prolonged immobilization, can result in bone sclerosis and a functional limb.
    • This research contributes to managing severe foot deformities in leprosy, improving patient outcomes.