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Órgano Oficial del Colegio Mexicano de Ortopedia y Traumatología

2024, Number 2

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Acta Ortop Mex 2024; 38 (2)

Treatment of osteitis pubis: arthrodesis with a new technique regarding two cases and review of the literature

Olucha-Puchol J, Rodríguez-Collell J, Renovell-Ferrer P

Language: Spanish
References: 19
Page: 123-128
PDF size: 241.75 Kb.


ABSTRACT

Introduction: pain in the pubic symphysis, even if studied in athletes, still sets out diagnostic and therapeutic challenges in other patient groups. Within this context, refractory osteorthritis of the pubic symphysis presents itself as an issue lacking clear therapeutic consensus. Material and methods: two women over 65 years old and presenting osteoarthritis of the pubic symphysis were evaluated. Following unsuccessful conventional therapies, arthrodesis via subpubic plate, wire suture and autologous graft from the iliac crest was performed. Results: after a one-year of following, both patients experienced clinical and radiographic improvement. Bone arthrodesis was achieved without significant complications, proving to be a viable surgical option. Conclusion: this study supports the medium and long-term efficacy of arthrodesis of the pubic symphysis in refractory cases of osteoarthrisis. Therefore, the technique can be considered a surgical option in the management of said condition.


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