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Myositis ossificans circumscripta: a complication of tetanus
The American Journal of the Medical Sciences
|July 1, 1986
Summary
Myositis ossificans, a rare complication, can occur after tetanus infection. This condition involves bone formation in muscle tissue, potentially leading to permanent joint motion loss.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedics
- Neurology
- Pathology
Background:
- Tetanus is a serious bacterial infection that can lead to various complications.
- Myositis ossificans is a rare condition characterized by bone formation within muscle tissue.
- Understanding rare complications of infectious diseases is crucial for patient management.