Hip Arthrodesis to Treat Severe Hip Osteoarthritis in an Adolescent with Down Syndrome / 대한정형외과학회잡지
The Journal of the Korean Orthopaedic Association
; : 164-167, 2021.
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in Ko
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ABSTRACT
Down syndrome is the most common chromosomal disorder and is accompanied by hip osteoarthritis in approximately 28% of patients.This paper reports a case of hip arthrodesis as a treatment for severe hip osteoarthritis in adolescent Down syndrome patients. When performing surgical treatment of patients with Down syndrome, it is necessary to take a comprehensive approach that considers not only the medical point of view, but also the psychological and economic requirements of the patient and their social environment.
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Ko
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The Journal of the Korean Orthopaedic Association
Year:
2021
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Article