Transient osteoporosis of the hip

Ugeskr Laeger. 2022 Oct 31;184(44):V03220212.
[Article in Danish]

Abstract

Transient osteoporosis of the hip (TOH) is a rare condition with acute onset of hip pain. TOH is self-limiting and often leads to complete remission of symptoms within 6-12 months. This case report presents a 44-year-old male diagnosed with TOH. As part of the treatment plan, the patient received intravenous bisphosphonate with 5 mg zoledronic acid. A few weeks after administration, the patient reported almost full symptomatic remission.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Acute Disease
  • Adult
  • Diphosphonates / therapeutic use
  • Hip Joint*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Osteoporosis* / diagnosis
  • Pain

Substances

  • Diphosphonates