One-stage early reconstruction for neglected elbow dislocation with heterotopic ossification
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: Heterotopic ossification is the formation of mature lamellar bone in soft tissue. It is a common complication following elbow trauma, with a reported prevalence of approximately 40%.7,8 Disability resulting from heterotopic ossification is quite variable and can be classified using the system developed by Hasting and Graham.10 Elbow dislocation is prone to induce functional deficits causing pain and limited range of motion.24
Authors: Ryosuke Sato, Tomohiro Goto, Tetsuya Enishi, Michihiro Takai, Yasuyuki Omichi, Yusaku Nakayama, Gakuto Yoshida, Shunji Nakano, Koichi Sairyo
Institutions: Tokushima Municipal Hospital, Tokushima University
Language: English
Subfield: Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $1,370
OpenAlex ID: W4416420274