Heterotopic Ossification in Central Nervous System-Injured Patients Following Closed Nailing of Femoral Fractures

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Abstract
Heterotopic ossification at the site of insertion of an intramedullary nail was observed in five central nervous system-injured patients with femoral fractures. Three of these patients experienced a reduction in the range of motion of the ipsilateral hip joint, which in two improved with physical therapy. Patients with central nervous system injury who have closed interlocking intramedullary nail fixation may be at increased risk of heterotopic ossification at the surgical site.

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