title: Arterial lesions in major knee trauma: pedal pulse a false sign of security?
abstract: In major knee trauma fractures and/or dislocations can be associated with arterial lesions. Two case reports demonstrate the difficulties in the diagnosis of intimal lesions in the popliteal artery. The presence of a pedal pulse present at the time of admission can be a false sign of security. The importance of prompt diagnosis and treatment is emphasized. The use of arteriography is discussed.
authors.affiliation: Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Copenhagen County Hospital, University of Copenhagen, Denmark.
authors.forename: M
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Lohmann
authors.forename: K
authors.initials: K
authors.lastname: Lauridsen
authors.forename: P
authors.initials: P
authors.lastname: Vedel
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D005528:Foot / Q000098:blood supply*; D050723:Fractures, Bone / Q000175:diagnosis; D006801:Humans; D004204:Joint Dislocations / Q000175:diagnosis; D007718:Knee Injuries / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000601:surgery; D008297:Male; D011150:Popliteal Artery / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000293:injuries* / Q000601:surgery; D011674:Pulse; D011859:Radiography