Nurse Pract. 1991 Apr;16(4):18, 21, 25-6.

Assessment and management of gouty arthritis.

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Gout is a metabolic disorder of purine metabolism that leads to elevated serum concentrations of uric acid. When this happens, urate crystals may precipitate and accumulate in the joints and bursae. Gout is characterized by recurrent, painful attacks of arthritis, which is the major clinical complication of the disease. Early diagnosis and treatment of gout are important to prevent complications, and with early, sustained therapy, most patients can live without functional disability. If gout becomes chronic, individuals may experience severe limitations of activity. This article discusses the clinical manifestations, diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic gout.

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