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Arterial lesions in major knee trauma: Pedal pulse a false sign of security?
✍ Scribed by M. Lohmann; K. Lauridsen; P. Vedel
- Publisher
- Springer
- Year
- 1990
- Tongue
- English
- Weight
- 193 KB
- Volume
- 109
- Category
- Article
- ISSN
- 1434-3916
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✦ Synopsis
In major knee trauma fractures and/or dislocations can be associated with arterial lesions. Two case reports demonstrate the difficulties in the diagnosis of intimal lesions in the popliteal artery. The presence of a pedal pulse present at the time of admission can be a false sign of security. The importance of prompt diagnosis and treatment is emphasized. The use of arteriography is discussed.