Knee and leg injuries.
The knee plays a significant role in ambulation and the activities of daily living. During the course of these activities and its role in weight bearing, the knee is susceptible to a variety of different forces and the emergency physician should be familiar with the diagnosis and treatment of the injuries that result. In addition to following basic trauma protocols, thorough neurovascular and musculoskeletal examinations should be performed and supplemented with appropriate imaging. Emergency physicians should also consider recent developments in knee anatomy and function when evaluating the patient with an acutely injured knee.
Davenport
Moira
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Department of Emergency Medicine, Allegheny General Hospital, Drexel University College of Medicine, 320 EN Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15212, USA. mdavenport72@yahoo.com
D004636:Emergency Service, Hospital / Q000458:organization & administration*; D006801:Humans; D007718:Knee Injuries / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000628:therapy; D007869:Leg Injuries / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000628:therapy; D019637:Orthopedic Procedures / Q000379:methods*; D014481:United States