Orthopaedics Flashcards
1
Q
What is an intertrochantic fracture?
A
- Extra capsular fracture
- between lesser and greater trochanter
Tx- Dynamic hip screws
2
Q
What is subtrochanteric fracture?
A
- extra capsular fracture
- Distal to lesser trochanter fracture occurs
- proximal shaft of femur
Tx- Intramedullary nail
3
Q
Which classification is used for intracpasular fractures?
A
Garden classification
4
Q
How would hip fracture present?
A
- above 60
- unable to weight bear
- shortened, abducted and externally rotated leg
5
Q
How quickly should a hip fracture be treated?
A
Within 48 hours
6
Q
which infection is associated with prosthetic joints?
A
Staph aureus
7
Q
Definitive treatment for compartment syndrome?
A
Emergency fasciotomy
8
Q
Best imaging for osteomyelitis ?
A
MRI scan
9
Q
Best imaging for spinal stenosis?
A
MRI scan
10
Q
Most common type of spinal stenosis?
A
lumbar stenosis
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