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Rheumatoid nodules affecting both heels with surgical debulking: a case report*
R O Jones1, J B Chen, D Pitcher
1American Board of Podiatric Surgery, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada.
Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association
|April 1, 1996
Summary
Rheumatoid arthritis patients with subcutaneous nodules often have severe disease. Surgical intervention effectively addressed pain, infection, and functional issues, with complete healing observed two years post-operation.
Area of Science:
- Rheumatology
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Infectious Disease
Background:
- Subcutaneous nodules are a known complication of rheumatoid arthritis.
- These nodules typically manifest in patients with severe rheumatoid disease.
- Infection can complicate rheumatoid nodules, necessitating specific treatment approaches.