A rare complication of tuberculous meningitis pediatric anterior glenohumeral instability

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Kerem Bilsel1, Mehmet Erdil, Mehmet Elmadag

  • 1Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Medical Faculty Hospital, Bezmialem Vakif University, Fatih, 34093 Istanbul, Turkey.

Case Reports in Orthopedics
|January 16, 2013
PubMed

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Pediatric shoulder instability can stem from central nervous system infections like tuberculous meningitis. Arthroscopic stabilization and rehabilitation offer successful treatment for this rare childhood condition.

Area of Science:

  • Orthopedics
  • Pediatric Neurology
  • Infectious Diseases

Background:

  • Shoulder dislocation and instability are uncommon in children.
  • Causes include trauma, infection, congenital, and neuromuscular factors.
  • Central nervous system infections in infancy can lead to childhood shoulder instability.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To report a case of recurrent anterior shoulder instability following tuberculous meningitis.
  • To highlight arthroscopic treatment and rehabilitation for this specific pediatric condition.

Main Methods:

  • Case study of a 12-year-old child with a history of tuberculous meningitis.
  • Arthroscopic surgical stabilization of the shoulder joint.
  • Postoperative rehabilitation protocol.

Main Results:

  • The patient experienced recurrent anterior shoulder instability after tuberculous meningitis.
  • Successful arthroscopic treatment stabilized the shoulder joint.
  • The child underwent effective postoperative rehabilitation.

Conclusions:

  • Tuberculous meningitis can cause neuromuscular shoulder instability in children.
  • Arthroscopic stabilization is an effective treatment for pediatric shoulder instability secondary to CNS infections.
  • Comprehensive rehabilitation is crucial for optimal outcomes.

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