Idiopathic heterotopic ossification in the intensive care setting.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Heterotopic ossification is characterised by the periarticular deposition of ectopic bone. It typically occurs after trauma, neurogenic injury, or congenital causes. Idiopathic heterotopic ossification has been rarely reported. A patient who developed idiopathic heterotopic ossification in the intensive care unit without any known predisposing conditions is presented.
Medical subject headings
- Elbow Joint
- Joint Diseases
- Knee Joint
- Ossification, Heterotopic