What’s the Diagnosis – Case 112
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Findings Although not typically utilized for diagnostic purposes but more so for confirmation or preoperative planning, the 3D volume rendered images and then more traditional images show the marked degree of heterotopic ossification (HO) about multiple joints and with areas of bony bridging about the hips. Additionally and particularly for a 44 year old man, well seen is the marked degree of osteoporosis on the radiographs.
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Diagnosis: HO from long standing immobility This patient had an episode of sepsis precipitating a coma and from the long standing immobility he developed a marked degree of heterotopic ossification. Following coma and in patients with burns and long standing immobility, if the patients are not moved frequently enough heterotopic ossification will form and may lead to ankylosis of joints or other restriction of movement. Not shown in this case but also an entity to be weary of is HO with subsequent destruction of the bone. This is often seen about the ischial tuberosities and indicates a decubitus ulcer extending down to and destroying bone.
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