AO/ASIF (long bone Fractures) Flashcards

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Segment of bone

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1-Proximal, 2-(Diaphyseal) Midshaft, 3- Distal

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Nature of Fx

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A-simple involving at least 90% of cortex or extra articular
B-Wedge w/ some contact between fragments or partial articular.
C-Complete w/ no contact between fragments or complete articular

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Degree of comminution by Number

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A-1 spiral A-2 Oblique A-3 Transverse less than 30*
B-1 spiral wedge B-2Bending wedge B-3 Fragmented wedge
C-1 spiral C-2 Segmental C3- Irregular

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