Introduction Clinical Definition An open fracture is when the broken bone breaks through the skin or any other body cavity that is open to the outside, including those through the rectum or vagina. Classification Gustilo and Anderson Classification1,2 Type Wound Size Contamination Fracture Arterial injury requiring repair Soft Tissue Coverage 1 < 1cm Minimal Minimal
Acute Compartment Syndrome is one of the few orthopaedic emergencies. If missed, it can lead to severe and life-changing consequences for the patient. This article will focus on acute compartment syndrome of the limbs. What is compartment syndrome? Let’s start by understanding a couple key principles and definitions. A compartment is a group of muscles
Fragility fractures in the elderly As a junior doctor on call, in geriatrics or in orthopaedics – you will frequently look after frail and elderly patients with multiple co-morbidities admitted with fragility fractures providing input on their pre & post-operative care. Fragility fractures are fractures that result from mechanical forces that would not ordinarily result
