Pathophysiology and Treatment of Gout Arthritis; including Gout Arthritis of Hip Joint: A Literature Review

Gout is triggered by an excess of uric acid in the body, known as hyperuricemia, which is influenced by genetic, metabolic, and environmental factors 1) .This process of uric acid saturation occurs locally in certain areas of the body (usually the joint), where precipitation of monosodium urate (MSU) crystals occurs, leading to development of gout 2) .Gout, which induces acute arthritic symptoms, is characterized by recurrent episodes.Distinct manifestations can be observed during acute attacks in patients with the prevalent form of gout, including the sudden onset of pain, swelling, and inflammation in the joints or surrounding tissues, accompanied by a heat sensation.The first metatarsophalangeal joint is the joint most commonly affected