A serious vascular complication of internal fixation of a tibial plateau fracture: a cautionary tale from which several lessons can be learned.
A serious vascular complication of internal fixation of a tibial plateau fracture is described, along with the problems encountered in revascularisation of the leg. Several lessons can be learned from this case, which illustrates the importance of on-site vascular surgery services.
Rawes
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Leicester Royal Infirmary N.H.S. Trust, Infirmary Square, Leicester, England, UK.
Harper
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WH
Oni
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D000328:Adult; D001157:Arterial Occlusive Diseases / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000209:etiology*; D005593:Fracture Fixation, Internal / Q000009:adverse effects*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D011150:Popliteal Artery / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D011859:Radiography; D013978:Tibial Fractures / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery*