Acta Chir Orthop Traumatol Cech. 1992; 59(5):305-310
[Heterotopic ossification from the view of an orthopaedist and anesthesiologist.].
- Orthopedicko-traumatologické oddelení Ustrední vojenské nemocnice, Praha.
The authors draw attention to the possible development of heterotopic ossifications in patients treated at resuscitation departments on account of prolonged loss of consciousness and in orthopaedic and traumatological departments after operations of the locomotor apparatus. They reflect on the aetiology, pathogenesis of this unpleasant complication. In the conclusion they draw attention to possible prevention and treatment by non-steroid antirheumatic drugs, X-ray therapy in small doses and surgical treatment. Key words: heterotopic ossification, paraarticular ossification.
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