Ilizarov technique for treating elbow stiffness caused by myositis ossificans: A case report
Ming-Wang Zhou,
Peng-Wei Zhang,
An-Le Zhang
et al.
Abstract:BACKGROUND
Myositis ossificans (MO) is a rare disease involving the formation of bone outside the musculoskeletal system. While surgical intervention is the main treatment approach, preventing recurrence and standardized rehabilitation are also crucial. Here, we present a surgical strategy to prevent the recurrence of MO.
CASE SUMMARY
A 28-year-old female patient was admitted for the first time for a comminuted fracture of the left olecranon. However, incorrect postoperative rehab… Show more
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