Atypical femoral neck stress fracture in a marathon runner: a case report and literature review.
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Department of Trauma and Orthopaedics, Waterford Regional Hospital, Co Waterford,, Ireland.Issue Date
2012-02-01T10:53:06Z
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Ir J Med Sci. 2010 Oct 8.Journal
Irish journal of medical scienceDOI
10.1007/s11845-010-0599-7PubMed ID
20927656Abstract
BACKGROUND: Femoral neck stress fractures are relatively rare and may present as sports-related injuries. The presentation is variable, and prompt diagnosis facilitates the earliest return to pre-morbid functional activity levels. Delayed detection may precipitate femoral non-union or avascular necrosis, resulting in long-term functional deficit. AIMS: We present the case of a basicervical femoral neck stress fracture occurring in a 23-year-old marathon runner. The pathophysiology and practical management issues related to this unusual injury pattern are discussed. CONCLUSION: The growing interest in amateur athletic activities should raise the index of suspicion for stress fractures of the femoral neck in healthy adults with atypical hip pain. Increased levels of patient education and physician awareness can reduce the incidence of long-term morbidity in cases of this unusual sports-related injury.Language
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1863-4362 (Electronic)0021-1265 (Linking)
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10.1007/s11845-010-0599-7
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