Amyloid Arthropathy of the Hip Joint Associated with Multiple Myeloma: A Case Report / 대한고관절학회지
Hip & Pelvis
; : 127-131, 2016.
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ABSTRACT
Amyloidosis is a disease characterized by the deposition of non-soluble fibrous protein in multiple tissues with a number of possible causes. This protein deposition can occur in any tissue, yet is most commonly seen in kidneys, heart, and gastrointestinal tracts. However, invasion to bone tissues is not often reported. The deposition of amyloid proteins in bone tissues may result in joint pain and pathological fractures; it is important to elucidate the causes and detect early to determine prognosis and treat optimally. In the present case report, with relevant literature review, the authors report a case of total hip arthroplasty in an amyloidosis patient.
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Asunto principal:
Pronóstico
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Huesos
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Artralgia
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Artroplastia de Reemplazo de Cadera
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Tracto Gastrointestinal
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Proteínas Amiloidogénicas
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Fracturas Espontáneas
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Corazón
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Cadera
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Articulación de la Cadera
Tipo de estudio:
Prognostic_studies
Límite:
Humans
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En
Revista:
Hip & Pelvis
Año:
2016
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Article