J Orthop Case Rep
February 2024
Introduction: Fibrous dysplasia (FD) is a benign skeletal disorder characterized by the replacement of normal bone tissue with disorganized fibrous tissue. Fractures are a significant complication of FD, particularly in the proximal femur, where deformities such as Shepherd's crook deformity can increase the risk.
Case Report: We present a case study of a 44-year-old male with unilateral monostotic FD, Shepherd's crook deformity, and a pathological femoral shaft fracture.
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View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Osteoporosis management often involves a sequential treatment approach to optimize patient outcomes and minimize fracture risks. This strategy is tailored to individual patient characteristics, treatment responses, and fracture risk profiles.
Methods: A thorough literature review was systematically executed using prominent databases, including PubMed and EMBASE.
Introduction: Osteosarcoma of the pelvis poses challenges in surgical resection due to its anatomical location and extensive nature. This case report focuses on the clinical presentation and therapeutic outcomes of a 20-year-old patient with osteosarcoma of the right iliac bone. The study highlights the efficacy of 3D printing technology in creating customized implants for improved surgical outcomes.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThe hip is a stable ball-and-socket joint. Bilateral anterior dislocations of the native hip joints account for fewer than 1% of all dislocations. We present a unique case of a bilateral anterior dislocation in a patient who presented to our institution within 6 hours of trauma.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Aberrations in scapular motion are believed to be associated with the presence of shoulder or elbow pathologies. There are many methods to evaluate scapular kinematics, but they have certain limitations. Nevertheless, it is believed that appropriate rehabilitation for each type of scapular dyskinesis is important.
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