Treatment of Unstable Pelvic Ring Injuries.
- Author:
Weon Yoo KIM
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Author Information
- Publication Type:Review
- Keywords: Pelvis; Pelvic bones; Therapeutics; Clinical protocols; Review literature as topic
- MeSH: Classification; Clinical Protocols; Congenital Abnormalities; Humans; Orthopedics; Pelvic Bones; Pelvis; Physical Examination; Radiography; Review Literature as Topic
- From:Hip & Pelvis 2014;26(2):79-83
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
- Abstract: Pelvic fractures are classified according to the stability of the pelvic ring. Unlike stable pelvic fractures, which heal without complications, unstable fractures may lead to pelvic ring deformities, which cause severe complications. An orthopedic surgeon must determine the stability of the pelvic ring by radiography and physical examination of the patient in order to ensure early, prompt treatment. This article includes anatomy of the pelvic ring, classification of pelvic ring injuries, its treatment algorithm, and corresponding cases involving unstable pelvic ring injury.
