Orthopaedics & MSK — Flashcards

Clavicle fractures may cause "_____" of the skin overlying the fracture indicating significant angulation/displacement of the fracture

In a supracondylar fracture of the humerus, anteromedial displacement of the proximal fracture fragment can result in damage to the _____ & brachial artery

Fractures to the _____ third of the clavicle have highest risk of complications (e.g. vascular injury, pneumothorax, brachial plexus injury)

What investigation is done if X-rays are -ve but there is ↑ high clinical suspicion for a scaphoid fracture? _____

Spot diagnosis = _____

What is the management of a nondisplaced humerus fracture? _____

What is the mechanism of a scaphoid fracture? _____

Spot diagnosis = _____

What is the management of a typical middle third clavicle fracture? _____

_____ fracture is most commonly caused by a(n) direct fall on the shoulder (e.g. cyclist falling off their bike)