An unusual case of chondrolysis of the hip: a possible etiology for a rare condition – a case report

We present a rare case of a 10-year-old boy where imaging tests and physical examination were consistent with conventional idiopathic hip chondrolysis. Following hip joint biopsy and culture, we observed the presence of bacteria originating from the mouth, which could have been responsible for the pathogenesis of ICH. This is the first report of ICH in which common bacteria of the mouth were found upon joint biopsy. In addition, with respect to the pathogenesis of hip chondrolysis, this case emphasizes that numerous factors are involved, many of which remain unknown. Level of Evidence: V.
Source: Journal of Pediatric Orthopaedics B - Category: Orthopaedics Tags: Pelvis & Hip Source Type: research