Deep venous thrombosis and pulmonary embolism after surgical treatment of ankle fractures: a case report and review of literature.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism are major complications that can occur after ankle injuries. We present the case of a patient with an ankle fracture who developed deep vein thrombosis and massive pulmonary embolism after surgical treatment of the ankle fracture. A review of the published data on this topic is presented. The treating physician should assess patients with ankle fracture for their risk of developing a venous thromboembolic event on an individual basis and provide thromboprophylaxis for those with an increased risk of developing such complications.
Medical subject headings
- Ankle Injuries
- Fracture Fixation, Internal
- Fractures, Bone
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Venous Thrombosis
Anatomy
- ankle