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Heterotopic ossification (HO) is the process by which bone tissue forms outside of the skeleton.
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Heterotopic ossification (HO) is the growth of bone in abnormal places like soft tissue. It can occur anywhere in the body. The hip, knees, shoulders and elbows are the most common locations. This condition can vary from minor to heavy growth.
Heterotopic ossification refers to the growth of bone material in the soft tissues of the body, including muscles, tendons, and fascia.
Heterotopic Ossification (HO) - The formation of new bone deposits in the connective tissue that surrounds major joints.
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etidronate, Didronel - Information on Etidronate (Didronel) a drug prescribed for the treatment of Paget's disease and the prevention of heterotopic ossification.
Joint stiffening - Joint stiffening caused by extra bone formation, also called heterotopic ossification, is a process in which some soft tissues around the hip harden into bone.
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Frontal view of the chest in a patient with myositis ossificans progressiva demonstates extensive heterotopic ossification, including ossification that bridges the humeri and ribs. b.
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This may indicate blood trapped in the tissues, which may need to be drained. This condition is referred to as a hematoma. Less commonly, the body may develop calcium deposits at the injury site in a process called heterotopic ossification.
 See also: Surgery, Injury, Prevention, Symptom, Habilitation
  
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