Bilateral Ulna Stress Fractures in a Rheumatoid Arthritis Patient
Author Information
Author(s): Venkatachalam Santosh, Dixon Paul
Primary Institution: Department of Orthopaedics, Sunderland Royal Hospital
Hypothesis
This case report aims to highlight the occurrence of bilateral stress fractures of the ulna in a patient with rheumatoid arthritis.
Conclusion
Bilateral stress fractures of the ulna are rare but can occur in patients with rheumatoid arthritis, and prompt recognition and activity modification are essential for recovery.
Supporting Evidence
- Bilateral ulna stress fractures are extremely rare.
- Patients with rheumatoid arthritis often have osteopenic bone.
- The fractures healed well with conservative management in 12 weeks.
Takeaway
This study talks about a lady with rheumatoid arthritis who got two fractures in her arms without any injury, and it shows that doctors need to be careful and check for fractures in similar cases.
Methodology
The case report details the clinical presentation, diagnosis, and treatment of a patient with bilateral ulna stress fractures.
Potential Biases
Potential bias may arise from the subjective nature of the clinical assessment and the reliance on patient history.
Limitations
The study is based on a single case report, limiting the generalizability of the findings.
Participant Demographics
The patient is a 71-year-old female with a 6-year history of seropositive rheumatoid arthritis.
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