Orthopaedics Flashcards
1
Q
osteogenesis imperfecta features
A
- presents in childhood
- fractures following minor trauma
- blue sclera
- deafness secondary to otosclerosis
- dental imperfections are common
2
Q
Management of osteomyelitis
A
flucloxacillin for 6 weeks
OR
clindamycin if penicillin-allergic
3
Q
X-Ray showing ‘double bubble’ appearance on bone
A
giant cell tumour (benign)
4
Q
X-Ray showing ‘sunburst’ appearance coming off bone
A
Osteosarcoma