2. Femur and Pelvis Flashcards
1
Q
why is a femoral neck fracture dangerous
A
retinacualr artery is there and could lead to ischemic femoral head
could lead to avascular necrosis
2
Q
what % of dislocations are posterior
A
85%
3
Q
what do posterior hip joint dislocations look like on images
A
femoral head displaced superiorly
4
Q
what do anterior hip joint dislocations look like on images
A
femoral head displaced inferiorly