Bilateral heterotopic ossification following Total knee arthroplasty: The role of cultural practices in postoperative complications: A case report
This case emphasizes the importance of preoperative counseling on traditional practices that may interfere with recovery and early detection of complications such as HO. Conservative management is often sufficient for mild cases, while patient with functional limitation may require invasive interventions. Further research is needed to improve outcomes in TKA patients.
Authors
- Dirgha Raj RC
- Anup Thapa
- Gaurav Bir Bajracharya
- Pramod Bhandari
- Shriraj Shrestha
Institutions
- Nepal Medical College Teaching Hospital (NP)
- KIST Medical College (NP)
Publication Details
- Journal
- International Journal of Surgery Case Reports
- Published
- 2025-03-18
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijscr.2025.111161
- Primary Topic
- Heterotopic Ossification and Related Conditions
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00