A Rare Case of Hereditary Multiple Exostoses in a Woman.
Orthop Nurs
; 43(2): 119-122, 2024.
Article
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| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-38546687
ABSTRACT
Hereditary multiple exostosis (HME) is a rare genetic disorder characterized by multiple bony spurs or lumps, commonly affecting the long bones. This case report exposes the clinical presentation, diagnosis, and management of HME in a 28-year-old female nurse, who initially presented with persistent bilateral knee pain. After extensive evaluation involving orthopaedic and oncology specialists, the diagnosis of HME was made. Despite the discovery of multiple exostoses, the patient reported improvement following a tailored physiotherapy regimen. This case study underscores the complexity and broad spectrum of symptoms associated with HME. It emphasizes the importance of a multidisciplinary approach in diagnosing and managing such conditions, which can lead to better patient outcomes and an improved quality of life. By shedding light on the role of physiotherapy in managing rare genetic disorders such as HME, this case report contributes to the growing body of literature exploring noninvasive treatment options for these diseases.
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Coleções:
01-internacional
Base de dados:
MEDLINE
Assunto principal:
Ortopedia
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Exostose Múltipla Hereditária
Limite:
Adult
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Female
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Humans
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Orthop Nurs
Assunto da revista:
ENFERMAGEM
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ORTOPEDIA
Ano de publicação:
2024
Tipo de documento:
Article
País de afiliação:
Arábia Saudita
País de publicação:
Estados Unidos