Outcome of rotationally unstable pelvic ring injuries treated operatively.
case_series · Level IV
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Abstract
Twenty-nine patients with unstable rotational injuries treated operatively were observed for an average of 39 months. There were 24 associated orthopaedic injuries. Twenty-seven patients had symphysis disruption (4 with rami fractures) and 2 had rami fractures associated with an acetabular fracture. Followup evaluation of those who could be evaluated in each category revealed that 96% had no pain or pain only on strenuous activity, ambulated without assistance or limitations, and returned to work. Open reduction and internal fixation of rotationally unstable pelvic fractures results in a high functional success rate.
Medical subject headings
- Fracture Fixation, Internal
- Fractures, Closed
- Pelvic Bones
Anatomy
- pelvis