Saddle embolism after corrective femoral osteotomy: a case report.
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Abstract
We present a case of recurrent saddle embolism 6 days and 9 days following corrective osteotomy of the left femur in a 64-year-old man with a history of atrial fibrillation. Although saddle embolism is a relatively rare event, orthopaedic surgeons should be aware of this condition.
Medical subject headings
- Arterial Occlusive Diseases
- Embolism
- Osteotomy
- Postoperative Complications
Anatomy
- femur