Embolism Flashcards
1
Q
What criterion are required to establish diagnosis of fat embolism syndrome?
A
1 major criterion and four minor criterion
2
Q
What are major criterion of fat embolism syndrome?
A
1) Petechial Rash present on the conjunctiva, oral mucosa, axillae, and/or skin folds of the neck
2) Hypoxemia with Pa)2 < 60 mmHg on FiO2 < 0.4
3) CNS depression unexplained by patient’s hypoxia
4) Pulmonary Edema
3
Q
What are minor criteria for fat embolism syndrome?
A
1) Tachycardia > 110 BPM
2) Pyrexia
3) Retinal Fat Emboli
4) Fat microglobulinemia
5) Fat globules in sputum
6) Unexplained anemia
7) Unexplained thrombocytopenia
8) Increased ESR
9) Urinary Fat Globunes
10) Jaundice
