Best Practice Case Studies-Knee Ligament Injuries LH

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Knee dislocation is a significant orthopedic emergency involving the disarticulation of the tibia from the femur and often requires the disruption of at least two major knee ligaments. It can lead to severe vascular and nerve injuries, including potential amputation. Diagnosis is complicated as spontaneous reduction may occur, masking the injury. It necessitates urgent reduction, stabilization, and neurovascular examination. While the injury is uncommon, it's more frequent among men and those with higher body mass. Athletes such as Dustin Keller and Nick Chubb have suffered this, although recovery and return to sport can be challenging.

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Edition 2nd Edition

Related Case 2nd Edition, CASE 28

Topic Knee

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2nd Edition, CASE 28

2nd Edition

Knee

knee dislocation

orthopedic emergency

vascular injuries

spontaneous reduction

athlete recovery