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Heterotopic ossification following anterior shoulder dislocation.
Preemal Patel1, Milos Brkljac1, Ulhas Sonar1
1Department of Trauma and Orthopaedics, Royal Lancaster Infirmary, Lancaster, UK.
BMJ Case Reports
|November 11, 2018
Summary
Heterotopic ossification (HO) is abnormal bone growth outside the skeleton. This case report details the first instance of glenohumeral HO after shoulder dislocation, managed successfully with conservative treatment.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedics
- Radiology
- Sports Medicine
Background:
- Heterotopic ossification (HO) is abnormal bone growth in soft tissues, often causing joint stiffness and pain.
- Shoulder joint HO is rare, with limited understanding of its clinical progression and management.
- Anterior shoulder dislocation can lead to significant functional impairment.
Observation:
- A 70-year-old male experienced glenohumeral HO after an anterior shoulder dislocation from a fall.
- Persistent pain and stiffness at 8 months post-injury were noted.
- Radiographs and MRI confirmed a rotator cuff tear and HO.
Findings:
- The patient was treated conservatively with physiotherapy and NSAIDs.
- At 1-year follow-up, the patient demonstrated a good functional outcome.
- This case represents the first reported instance of glenohumeral HO following anterior dislocation.
Implications:
- Conservative management may be effective for glenohumeral HO post-dislocation.
- Further research is needed to understand the pathophysiology and optimal treatment of shoulder HO.
- Early diagnosis and intervention can improve functional outcomes in patients with HO.
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