Fat embolism syndrome.
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Dans Anglais
| IMSEAR
| ID: sea-94614
ABSTRACT
Fat embolism syndrome is a rare complication occurring in 0.5 to 2% of patients following a long bone fracture. It is believed to be caused by the toxic effects of free fatty acids. Diagnosis is clinical, based on respiratory, cerebral and dermal manifestations. Treatment is only supportive, directed mainly at maintaining respiratory functions.
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Indice:
IMSEAR (Asie du Sud-Est)
Sujet Principal:
Humains
/
Embolie graisseuse
/
Fractures osseuses
langue:
Anglais
Année:
2008
Type:
Article
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