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Question 1

after simple anaglesia mx for rib fractures what cna be done to help with pain

Answer 1

nerve block

Question 2

Antiphospholipid syndrome: features results

Answer 2

prolonged APTT
low platelets

Question 3

polymyaligia two things i always forget what is raised and what is treated with

Answer 3

ESR
pred

Question 4

when are gnagliosn excised

Answer 4

severe pain or neurovascualr problems

Question 5

patella fracture mx

Answer 5

Undisplaced fractures, particularly vertical fractures with an intact extensor mechanism can be managed non-operatively in a hinged knee brace for 6 weeks and patients allowed to fully weight bear.

Displaced fractures and those with loss of extensor mechanisms should be considered for operative management with either tension band wire, inter-fragmentary screws or cerclage wires. Again, patients are placed in a hinged knee brace for 4 to 6 weeks and allowed to fully weight bear.