Charis & Ellie vs MSK part 1 > Acetabulum Fractures > Flashcards
Aetiology?
High energy injuries- young
Low energy injuries- old
Hip dislocations cause posterior acetabular wall fractures (RTA car driver)
Investigation for acetabulum fractures?
Plan X-ray
Oblique x-ray
CT scan
Treatment of acetabulum fracture?
Undisplaced fracture/small wire fracture= conservative
Unstable/displaced fractures= anatomic reduction & rigid fixation
CT scan: determine pattern of fracture & surgical planning