Journal article
Closed Limb Fractures With Compromised Vascularization: A Narrative Review
Abstract
Vascular compromised fractures typically result in a high rate of healing complications, such as avascular necrosis, nonunion, delayed union, and arthritis, which severely affect a patient's function and quality of life. The purpose of this review was to identify and describe the epidemiology and available treatment options for the most well-known vascular compromised closed fractures. The injuries discussed in detail in this review were …
Authors
Vannabouathong C; Schemitsch E; Petrisor B; Bhandari M
Journal
Clinical Medicine Insights Arthritis and Musculoskeletal Disorders, Vol. 12, ,
Publisher
SAGE Publications
Publication Date
January 2019
DOI
10.1177/1179544119836742
ISSN
1179-5441