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

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2
Q

what % of dislocations are posterior

A

85%

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3
Q

what do posterior hip joint dislocations look like on images

A

femoral head displaced superiorly

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4
Q

what do anterior hip joint dislocations look like on images

A

femoral head displaced inferiorly

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