Persistent sciatica induced by quadratus femoris muscle tear and treated by surgical decompression: A case report

被引：17

作者：

Bano A. ^{[1
]}

Karantanas A. ^{[2
]}

Pasku D. ^{[1
]}

Datseris G. ^{[3
]}

Tzanakakis G. ^{[4
]}

Katonis P. ^{[1
]}

机构：

[1] Department of Orthopaedic and Traumatology, University Hospital of Heraklion, Crete

[2] Department of Radiology, University Hospital of Heraklion, Crete

[3] Department of Pathology, Medical School, University of Crete, Heraklion

[4] Department of Histology, Medical School, University of Crete, Heraklion

来源：

Journal of Medical Case Reports | / 4卷 / 1期

关键词：

Sciatic Nerve; Magnetic Resonance Imaging Examination; Groin Pain; Surgical Decompression; Ischial Tuberosity;

D O I：

10.1186/1752-1947-4-236

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摘要：

Introduction: Quadratus femoris tear is an uncommon injury, which is only rarely reported in the literature. In the majority of cases the correct diagnosis is delayed due to non-specific symptoms and signs. A magnetic resonance imaging scan is crucial in the differential diagnosis since injuries to contiguous soft tissues may present with similar symptoms. Presentation with sciatica is not reported in the few cases existing in the English literature and the reported treatment has always been conservative. Case presentation: We report here on a case of quadratus femoris tear in a 22-year-old Greek woman who presented with persistent sciatica. She was unresponsive to conservative measures and so was treated with surgical decompression. Conclusion: The correct diagnosis of quadratus muscle tear is a challenge for physicians. The treatment is usually conservative, but in cases of persistent sciatica surgical decompression is an alternative option. © 2010 Bano et al.

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