2000•N N Priorov Journal of Traumatology and OrthopedicsOpen access

Pseudo-malignant heterotopic ossification in children

A. P. Berezhny, A. K. Morozov, А. И. Снетков, Berchenko Gn, А. Р. Франтов

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Among 26 children with soft tissue ossification 5 patients with pseudomalignant heterotopic ossification were analysed. All patients underwent surgery and were cured. Authors presentation emphasizes the importance of the performance of sparing operation after ossification maturation as well as local application of steroids, appropriate use of immobilization and accurate rehabilitation.

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Key concepts: Heterotopic ossification, Ossification, Presentation (obstetrics), Medicine, Rehabilitation, Soft tissue, Case presentation, Surgery