Modified Ludloff’s medial approach for resection of heterotopic ossification of the hip following severe SARS-CoV-2 infection: a case report

Abstract

The coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic has significantly affected people worldwide. Herein, we present a case of massive heterotopic ossification (HO) of the right hip following severe SARS-CoV-2 infection. The exact origin of HO development is still unknown, but a critical illness, chronic immobilization and hypoxia are important risk factors. Considering the location and size of the HOs in this case, modified Ludloff’s medial approach of the hip was used. This approach allows for good exposure and access to the medial and inferior part of the hip joint and the successful extirpation of the pathologic tissue.