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[Obturator dislocation of the hip joint]
M R Sarkar1, N Mastragelopulos, U Pfister
1Abteilung für Unfall- und Wiederherstellungschirurgie, Städtisches Klinikum, Karlsruhe.
Unfallchirurgie
|February 1, 1990
Summary
Luxatio obturatoria, a hip dislocation, occurs during specific trauma positions. This condition involves the femoral head moving towards the obturator foramen, impacting long-term prognosis.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Trauma Care
- Anatomy
Background:
- Luxatio obturatoria is a rare hip dislocation.
- It typically results from trauma with the hip in flexion, abduction, and external rotation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present a recent case of luxatio obturatoria.
- To discuss the general aspects of this hip injury.
- To emphasize the significance of concomitant injuries on prognosis.
Main Methods:
- Case report presentation.
- Review of relevant literature.
- Analysis of injury mechanisms and associated conditions.
Main Results:
- Detailed description of a specific luxatio obturatoria case.
- Identification of common injury patterns.
- Discussion of factors influencing long-term outcomes.
Conclusions:
- Luxatio obturatoria requires specific management considerations.
- Concomitant injuries significantly affect patient prognosis.
- Further research on optimal treatment strategies is warranted.