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Double Trouble: Exploring Bilateral Acetabular Fractures in a Trauma Patient.
Elliott Smith1, Anna C Deal1, Saptarshi Biswas1
1Surgery, Grand Strand Medical Center, Myrtle Beach, USA.
Cureus
|April 25, 2024
Summary
This case report details a rare instance of bilateral acetabular fractures in a young female following a motorcycle accident. Management involved tailored surgical and conservative approaches for optimal outcomes in complex pelvic trauma.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Trauma Management
Background:
- Bilateral acetabular fractures are uncommon injuries associated with high-energy trauma.
- These fractures present diagnostic and management challenges, potentially leading to long-term disability.
Observation:
- A 27-year-old female sustained bilateral acetabular fractures after a motorcycle accident.
- Initial assessment revealed nondisplaced fractures, with 3D CT identifying right column and left posterior/anterior wall fractures.
- Associated injuries included a right ulnar styloid fracture.
Findings:
- The specific combination of bilateral acetabular fractures documented in this case appears novel in existing literature.
- The right acetabulum underwent open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) via an anterior intrapelvic approach.
- The left acetabulum was managed conservatively.
Implications:
- This case highlights the necessity of individualized treatment strategies for bilateral acetabular fractures.
- Comprehensive management is crucial for improving patient outcomes in complex pelvic trauma cases.
Keywords:
acetabular fracturebilateral acetabular fracturepelvic and acetabular fracturetrauma and orthopedicstrauma patientMore Related Videos
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