Heterotopic ossification after patellar tendon repair in a man with trisomy 8 mosaicism
Author Information
Author(s): Chen Austin, Chmell Samuel
Primary Institution: University of Illinois at Chicago
Hypothesis
Is there an association between trisomy 8 mosaicism and increased risk of heterotopic ossification after patellar tendon repair?
Conclusion
This case suggests a possible link between trisomy 8 mosaicism and the development of heterotopic ossification following patellar tendon repair.
Supporting Evidence
- There are no prior reports of heterotopic ossification as a complication of patellar tendon repair.
- The patient's T8M status may have increased his risk for developing heterotopic ossification postoperatively.
- Chromosome 8 has been linked to certain bone morphogenetic proteins that may explain abnormal bone formation.
Takeaway
A man with a rare genetic condition had a problem where his body made extra bone in the wrong places after knee surgery, which is not usually seen in such cases.
Methodology
Case report detailing the patient's history, surgical procedure, and follow-up observations.
Limitations
Only one case is reported, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
32-year-old African-American man with trisomy 8 mosaicism.
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