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Arthroscopic treatment of intra-articular dysplasia epiphysealis hemimelica of the knee

Year: 2018

Type: article

Abstract: Dysplasia epiphysealis hemimelica, also known as Trevor Fairbank disease, is characterized by asymmetrical osteochondral overgrowth of the epiphyseal cartilage. The clinical presentation of dysplasia epiphysealis hemimelica is wide and variable, depending on the site of the lesion. Herein, we describe the physical examination of a 9-year-old boy with intra-articular dysplasia epiphysealis hemimelica, in whom the symptoms were elicited on "reverse Wilson's sign": bending the knee from 70° to 120° against resistance while externally rotating the tibia. Arthroscopic treatment of the intra-articular dysplasia epiphysealis hemimelica of the knee showed good outcome; hence, this modality should be considered for the management of intra-articular dysplasia epiphysealis hemimelica.

Source: SAGE Open Medical Case Reports

DOI: 10.1177/2050313x18790166

Authors: Takeo Mammoto, Atsushi Hirano

Institutions: University of Tsukuba, University of Tsukuba Hospital, Mito Kyodo General Hospital

Language: English

Topic: Bone Tumor Diagnosis and Treatments

Subfield: Orthopedics and Sports Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $2,000