| Literature DB >> 8222818 |
Abstract
Heterotopic ossification (HO), deposition of para-articular ectopic bone, is associated with musculoskeletal trauma and certain congenital and metabolic disorders. Additionally, HO may follow paralysis from diverse traumatic and nontraumatic neurologic insults. We describe three cases of HO associated with catastrophic nontraumatic respiratory illness requiring prolonged chemical paralysis and cardiorespiratory support.Entities:
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Year: 1993 PMID: 8222818 DOI: 10.1378/chest.104.5.1526
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Chest ISSN: 0012-3692 Impact factor: 9.410