Heterotopic Ossification of Bilateral Hips Post-COVID-19 and Prolonged Immobilization: A Case Report.

Olaf N van de Langerijt Olivier Quinten Groot Michiel M A Janssen

Published in: JBJS case connector (2024)

Many cases of HO after immobilization for COVID-19 have been reported, but as far as we know, this is the first case report describing surgical intervention as an adequate treatment option for severe restricted mobility caused by HO due to COVID-19-induced prolonged immobilization. Caution and preoperative 3D planning are recommended of HO formation near neurovascular structures.

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