Femoral Shaft Fracture Flashcards

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Femoral shaft fracture

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ATLS Principles

Thomas splint/skin traction put the fracture into better alignment. Form of analgesia and better alignment for appropriate haematoma formation.

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What are some complications assoicated with femoral shaft fixation with a nail?

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Puedendal and femoral nerve.
Infection
Mal-union
fat embolism

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