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Infected closed pelvic fractures in two adults - Case report

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Infections following closed fractures in immunocompetent adults are rare but can have significant consequences if not promptly diagnosed. CASE PRESENTATION: We present two cases of immunocompetent adults admitted to a hospital in Tanzania with closed pelvic fractures who were found to have infections intraoperatively. Both patients responded well to treatment with one delaying to clear the infection. CLINICAL DISCUSSION: Because it rarely happens infected closed fractures are difficult to diagnose prior to surgery and treatment is controversial, most authors propose priority should be getting the fracture to unite then treatment of infection. CONCLUSION: This report adds to the existing literature on infections following closed fractures and highlights the importance of considering infection in closed fractures and tailoring management strategies to individual patient factors.

Source: International Journal of Surgery Case Reports

DOI: 10.1016/j.ijscr.2024.110142

Authors: Jimmy Olomi, Joseph Msemwa, Baraka Mponda

Institutions: University of Dar es Salaam, Mbeya Zonal Refferal Hospital

Language: English

Topic: Orthopedic Infections and Treatments

Subfield: Surgery

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,800