Posttraumatic hematoma of iliacus muscle with paralysis of the femoral nerve.

One case of traumatic rupture of the iliacus muscle associated with a femoral nerve paralysis is described. The clinical picture was characterized by posttraumatic gradual worsening of pain in the groin, a tender mass in the iliac fossa, flexion deformity of the hip, and femoral nerve paralysis. The review of literature revealed a description of only nine similar cases. Early evacuation of the hematoma is suggested.

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University College of Medical Sciences
India

Keywords

Adult, Male, Rupture, Hematoma, Muscles, Nerve Compression Syndromes, Ilium, Radiography, Military Personnel, Muscular Diseases, Humans, Femoral Nerve, Psoas Muscles

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