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

Olaf N. van de Langerijt, Olivier Q. Groot, Michiel M.A. Janssen

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    Abstract

    Case: A 43-year-old healthy man developed hip pain post–coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) immobilization. Imaging confirmed bilateral bridging heterotopic ossification (HO) of the hips, Brooker Class IV. Bilateral HO caused functional arthrodesis (45° flexion: 220° internal rotation). Bilateral HO resection resulted in almost full mobility at 1-year follow-up (90° flexion; 30° internal rotation). Conclusion: 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.

    Original languageEnglish
    Article numbere2300761
    JournalJBJS Case Connector
    Volume14
    Issue number1
    DOIs
    Publication statusPublished - 14 Mar 2024

    Keywords

    • case report
    • COVID-19
    • heterotopic ossification
    • surgical management

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