Tophaceous gout lesions: problem wounds with complex management needs

Hiske Smart, J F Ziervogel

Abstract


Hyperuricaemia is the underlying cause of a condition commonly known as gout. Patients with hyperuricaemia may be asymptomatic for life or may experience frequent attacks of painful gouty arthritis. Gout is, therefore, a condition with both acute and chronic characteristics.

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