Charcot arthropathy of the first metatarsophalangeal joint.

The authors present an unusual case study of a Charcot joint of the first metatarsophalangeal articulation as well as a successful tibial sesamoidectomy for an associated chronic ulceration. Serial radiographs document the destructive disease process. The authors also address the etiologies of peripheral neuropathy, diagnostic tests to differentiate between Charcot joint and osteomyelitis, and both conservative and surgical management of Charcot joints.