Sequential Fracture of Neck of Femur of Both Sides in a Patient with Psychosis
Authors:
- Dhananjaya SabatDSDhananjaya Sabat
- Prerna KukretiPKPrerna Kukreti
Open Access
- 1 January 2022
- journal article
- Published by Medknow in MAMC Journal of Medical Sciences
- Vol. 8 (1) , 82-84
Abstract
The authors describe the case of an adult male patient with psychosis developed fractures of neck femur of both sides sequentially at a year interval following trivial trauma. In addition, the patient was found to have hyperthyroidism. The rare presentation, possible complex etiopathogenesis for the problem and difficulties in treatment are discussed.Keywords
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