Fractures Flashcards
1
Q
What type of fracture only occurs in children?
A
Salter Harris Fracture
2
Q
A wrist fracture is called?
A
Colles Fracture which is a transverse fracture of distal radius
3
Q
A colles fracture is caused by?
A
Fall onto outstretched hand - dinner fork deformity. Transverse fracture of distal radius
4
Q
A scaphoid fracture is at risk of?
A
Avascular necrosis
5
Q
Bisphosphonates side effects?
A
Reflux
Atypical fractures
osteonecrosis of jaw
osteonecrosis of external auditory canal
