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Scope assisted ankle arthrodesis in a young male with hemophilic arthritis: A case study

Year: 2021

Type: article

Abstract: Hemophilia is a congenital bleeding disorder caused by the absence or decrease of clotting factor VIII (Hemophilia A) or XI (Hemophilia B). When severe, this X-linked disease results in intra-articular bleeding which can progress to joint destruction. This is known to be the most common complication of severe uncontrolled hemophilia. We present a case of arthroscopic assisted ankle arthrodesis in a young male presenting with advanced ankle hemophilic arthritis. Our case report presents a unique pathology and the successful 1-year post-operative outcome that can be accomplished through surgical intervention and a multidisciplinary treatment approach.

Source: Foot & Ankle Surgery Techniques Reports & Cases

DOI: 10.1016/j.fastrc.2021.100035

Authors: Kevin Nguyen, Devon Consul, Christopher Hyer

Institutions: Grant Medical Center, Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Center

Language: English

Topic: Hemophilia Treatment and Research

Subfield: Hematology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $2,000