Delayed transient sciatic nerve palsy after total hip arthroplasty.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Sciatic nerve palsy after total hip arthroplasty is a well-known complication, but delayed sciatic nerve palsy is rare. We report such a case with profound clinical manifestations and well-documented electrophysiologic changes. We found no helpful guidance to managing delayed palsy in the literature. We also are unaware of any previous cases reported in which nearly full recovery has occurred.
Medical subject headings
- Arthroplasty, Replacement, Hip
- Sciatic Neuropathy
Anatomy
- hip