Table 6 Chantelau and Grutznel MRI Classification of the Charcot Foot
From: Charcot stage 0: A review and consideratons for making the correct diagnosis early
| Â | Low Severity (without cortical fracture) | High Severity (with cortical fracture) |
|---|---|---|
Active Arthropathy | Mild inflammation/edema No skeletal deformity X-ray is otherwise normal MRI: Abnormal with edema, microfractures and bone bruise | Severe edema/inflammation Severe Skeletal deformity Microfractures on X-ray MRI: Abnormal with edema, macrofractures and bone bruise |
Inactive Arthropathy | No inflammation No skeletal deformity X-ray is otherwise normal MRI: No significant edema | No inflammation Skeletal deformity X-ray with past macrofractures MRI: No significant edema |