Synostosis

Synostosis is a pathological fusion of two or more bones in the joint area. This can lead to limited joint mobility and impaired function. Synostoses can be congenital or acquired, and they can be associated with a variety of diseases and injuries.

Congenital synostosis most often occurs as a result of impaired bone development during embryogenesis. They can be caused by genetic disorders, infectious diseases of the mother during pregnancy, toxic effects on the fetus and other factors. Congenital synostoses usually appear in early childhood and can lead to bone deformities and joint dysfunction.

Acquired synostoses can occur as a result of injuries, inflammatory processes in the joints, infections and other diseases. They can appear at any age, but are most common in older people. Acquired synostoses can also lead to deformation and dysfunction of the joint.

Treatment for synostosis depends on its cause and severity. In some cases, surgery may be required to remove the synostosis or widen the joint. In other cases, conservative treatment methods such as physiotherapy, massage, exercise therapy and others may be used.

The prognosis for synostosis depends on the cause and severity of the disease. In most cases, synostosis does not lead to serious consequences and does not require treatment. However, if they cause bone deformities or joint dysfunction, surgery or other treatments may be required.