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ArticleJournal of orthopaedic case reports2025

Bilateral Simultaneous Anterior Obturator and Pubic Dislocation of the Hip: A Case Report and Literature Review.

Jean de Dieu Tumusifu Manegabe, Gauthier Bahizire Murhula, Alain Kabakuli Namugusha, Paul Budema Munguakonkwa, Georges Kuyigwa Toha, Olivier Cornu

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Jean de Dieu Tumusifu ManegabeDepartment of Orthopaedic and Trauma, Hôpital Provincial General de Référence de Bukavu, Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo.
Gauthier Bahizire MurhulaFaculty of Medicine, Université Catholique de Bukavu, Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo.
Alain Kabakuli NamugushaDepartment of Orthopaedic and Trauma, Hôpital Provincial General de Référence de Bukavu, Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo.
Paul Budema MunguakonkwaDepartment of Orthopaedic and Trauma, Hôpital Provincial General de Référence de Bukavu, Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo.
Georges Kuyigwa TohaDepartment of Orthopaedic and Trauma, Hôpital Provincial General de Référence de Bukavu, Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo.
Olivier CornuDepartment of Orthopaedic and Trauma, Cliniques Universitaires Saint-Luc UCLouvain, Bruxelles, Belgium.

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Introduction: Bilateral anterior hip dislocations are exceedingly rare, accounting for only 2-5% of all traumatic hip dislocations. They typically result from high-energy trauma, with most cases reported in road traffic accidents. Early reduction is crucial to minimize complications such as avascular necrosis, irreducibility, and post-traumatic osteoarthritis. Case Report: We report the case of a 32-year-old male who sustained bilateral anterior hip dislocations, pubic type on the right and obturator type on the left, following a high-energy trauma involving a fall astride a roadside ravine. The patient presented with complete functional disability of both lower limbs. Radiographs confirmed the diagnosis, and an urgent closed reduction was performed using the modified Bigelow's maneuver for the right hip and the Allis maneuver, followed by a levering maneuver for the left hip. Post-operative management included analgesia and a progressive mobilization protocol. At the 3-month follow-up, the patient had achieved pain-free ambulation, with only mild movement restriction. Conclusion: This case highlights the rarity of bilateral anterior hip dislocations and the importance of early recognition and reduction to ensure optimal recovery. A structured management approach with timely reduction, imaging, and rehabilitation is crucial for a favorable outcome. Rehabilitation includes strict bed rest for a week, progressive return to walking with crutches for a week, then full support.

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