Fractures Flashcards
1
Q
General complications of fractures?
A
Haemorrhage Shock Infection Fat embolus Rhabdomyolysis
2
Q
Complications associated with bed rest?
A
DVT
Pressure sores
Muscle wasting
Infection
3
Q
Complications associated with plaster cast?
A
SPAN Stiffness Pressure Allergy Nerve and circulatory disturbance
4
Q
Immediate complications of fractures?
A
Haemorrhage
Neurovascular complications
5
Q
Early complications of fractures?
A
Infection
Compartment syndrome
6
Q
Late complications of fractures?
A
Malunion Avascular necrosis Complex regional pain syndrome Myositis ossificans Growth disturbance
7
Q
Salter Harris classification?
A
SALTC Separate Above Lower Through Crushed physis (worst)
8
Q
Stages of fracture repair?
A
Inflammation
Soft callus
Hard callus
Bone remodelling
