[Ectopic bone formation: prevention, diagnosis and treatment].
Two patients are described who developed heterotopic ossification after a minor trauma. The clinical symptoms, pathophysiology and treatment are discussed. We conclude that disabilities and handicaps will be limited by rehabilitation, which includes training of still available functions, and compensation for the lost functions by offering adaptive equipment and adjusting the circumstances. The treatment of patients with heterotopic ossification requires a multidisciplinary approach.
van Aanholt
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PC
Academisch Ziekenhuis, afd. Revalidatie, Groningen.
Martina
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Eisma
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D000328:Adult; D005097:Exostoses, Multiple Hereditary / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000209:etiology* / Q000628:therapy; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D009104:Multiple Trauma / Q000150:complications*; D010348:Patient Care Team; D011859:Radiography