Lecture 4 - Fracture Complications
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What is a potential late/delayed complication of fractures?

  • Joint dislocation
  • Nerve compression
  • Complex regional pain syndrome (correct)
  • Muscle strain

What is a potential consequence of fat embolism syndrome?

  • Hypothermia
  • Hyperglycemia
  • Hypertension
  • Hypoxia (correct)

What is the estimated average blood loss for a femur fracture?

  • 1-2.5 litres (correct)
  • 0.8-1 litres
  • 1-4 litres
  • 0.5-1.5 litres

What is a potential complication of open fractures?

<p>Deep vein thrombosis (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in the primary surgery for open fractures?

<p>Debridement and Washing (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most frequent site for compartment syndrome?

<p>Foot (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which clinical sign is a late indication of compartment syndrome?

<p>Pulselessness (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the definitive treatment for bones in open fractures?

<p>Intramedullary nail (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary surgical timing for open fractures?

<p>Within 6-8 hours from trauma (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most appropriate treatment for malunion in the humeral diaphysis?

<p>Corrective osteotomies with internal fixation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the diagnostic criteria for Algodystrophy (CRPS)?

<p>Abnormal skin color and temperature (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary cause of ischemic syndrome in compartment syndrome?

<p>Increased compartment pressure (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the immediate management for high risk of infection in open fractures?

<p>Immediate antibiotic i.v. therapy + early debridement (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the absolute indication for corrective osteotomies?

<p>Intra-articulars (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary cause of pain in recent immobilization that raises suspicion of CRPS?

<p>Osteopenia on X-ray (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the initial step in the ER evaluation for open fractures?

<p>Life&gt;Limb&gt;Function (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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