Traumatic obturator dislocation of the hip associated with ipsilateral subtrochanteric femur fracture in a young adult: a case report

The main peculiarity of the presented case is the association of obturator hip dislocation with ipsilateral femur shaft fracture. Early and stable reduction of the dislocation and firm internal fixation of the fracture as soon as possible will allow early rehabilitation and prevent late complications. At the 4th week of operation, he started non-weight-bearing mobilization.

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Journal of Medical Case Reports
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2024-12-24
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https://doi.org/10.1186/s13256-024-04939-9
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Hip disorders and treatments
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Traumatic obturator dislocation of the hip associated with ipsilateral subtrochanteric femur fracture in a young adult: a case report

Leul Mekonnen, Mekuriaw Wuhib, Getachew Wuhib, Melatwork Assefa
Journal of Medical Case Reports
Hip disorders and treatments
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Traumatic obturator dislocation of the hip associated with ipsilateral subtrochanteric femur fracture in a young adult: a case report

Leul Mekonnen, Mekuriaw Wuhib, Getachew Wuhib, Melatwork Assefa
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Abstract

The main peculiarity of the presented case is the association of obturator hip dislocation with ipsilateral femur shaft fracture. Early and stable reduction of the dislocation and firm internal fixation of the fracture as soon as possible will allow early rehabilitation and prevent late complications. At the 4th week of operation, he started non-weight-bearing mobilization.

Journal of Medical Case ReportsVol. 18(1)
Wollo University (ET), University of Gondar (ET)
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Openalex Percentile: Top 56%
Hip disorders and treatments
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