Spontaneous non-traumatic hip dislocation in patients with stroke.

BMJ case reports 2022 Vol.15(7)

Nguyen V, Bollens B, Moyaux Z, Deltombe T

Abstract

This is a unique clinical case of a spontaneous non-traumatic hip dislocation in a patient with stroke with a hip and knee flexion pattern. This case highlights the role of spasticity as a cause of hip dislocation and the need to combine focal spasticity treatment and surgery to restore ambulation.

MeSH Terms

Botulinum Toxins, Type A; Hip Dislocation; Humans; Muscle Spasticity; Stroke; Walking