Femoral Shaft Fracture Flashcards
1
Q
What is the Mc patient population
A
Younger patients
*high-energy trauma
*a lot of blood loss
*patients may present with hypovolemic shock
2
Q
If a patient comes in with a femur fx what other fx must be assessed for
A
Pelvis and hip
3
Q
What is the treatment of a femoral shaft fracture
A
Closed interlocking intramedullary nailing
*rod can be locked proximally and distally
