Obesity may be a risk factor for recurrent heterotopic ossification in post-traumatic stiff elbow among children and teenagers

ConclusionsThe HO recurrence difference between two groups confirmed the hypothesis. Although underlying mechanisms are unclear, weight control might promote postoperative and long-term rehabilitation of the elbow joint for children and teenagers.Level of evidenceIII, retrospective cohort study, treatment study.
Source: Orthopaedics and Traumatology: Surgery and Research - Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research