Common lower limb # and dislocations Flashcards
1
Q
Why is hemiarthoplasty avoided in younger patients?
A
prone to dislocation
2
Q
Which structures are at risk of damage with pelvic fractures?
A
bowel
bladder
nerves
female genitalia
male prostate/urethra
3
Q
Which RTA is associated with hip dislocation?
A
dashboard injury
4
Q
Why are knee dislocations an emergency?
A
damage to popliteal artery
5
Q
Fracture of which bone is most commonly associated with compartment syndrome?
A
tibia shaft
6
Q
Why is it important to reduce subluxed/dislocated ankle?
A
pressure on skin and soft tissues- may make surgery difficult if skin breaks down/swells/blisters
pressure damage to articular cartilage of ankle joint surface- arthritis of ankle
