Heterotopic ossification – a long-term consequence of prolonged immobility
Heterotopic ossification is a condition affecting an appreciable minority of critical care patients; it can have long-lasting effects on recovery and return to functional status. Ectopic bone forms in soft tissues near the large joints, causing pain, swelling, limitation of movement and ultimate dis...
| Main Authors: | , |
|---|---|
| Format: | Online |
| Language: | English |
| Published: |
BioMed Central
2006
|
| Online Access: | https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1794459/ |