| Fat embolism syndrome following the intramedullary alignment guide in total knee arthroplasty. | |
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MedLine Citation:
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PMID: 2295174 Owner: NLM Status: MEDLINE |
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
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Fat embolism syndrome (FES) is a well-known complication of total hip arthroplasty (THA). FES occurs less frequently in total knee arthroplasty (TKA) than in THA. A 67-year-old woman developed FES after placement of the intramedullary femoral alignment guide during TKA. The diagnosis is based upon a subtle, but significant change in the oxygen saturation after placement of the guide. This potentially fatal complication may be avoided with a simple precautionary step of intramedullary canal marrow aspiration prior to placement of the alignment guide pin. |
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Authors:
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J T Caillouette; S H Anzel |
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Publication Detail:
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Type: Case Reports; Journal Article |
Journal Detail:
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Title: Clinical orthopaedics and related research Volume: - ISSN: 0009-921X ISO Abbreviation: Clin. Orthop. Relat. Res. Publication Date: 1990 Feb |
Date Detail:
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Created Date: 1990-02-22 Completed Date: 1990-02-22 Revised Date: 2005-03-03 |
Medline Journal Info:
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Nlm Unique ID: 0075674 Medline TA: Clin Orthop Relat Res Country: UNITED STATES |
Other Details:
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Languages: eng Pagination: 198-9 Citation Subset: AIM; IM |
Affiliation:
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Department of Surgery, University of California, Irvine. |
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Descriptor/Qualifier:
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Aged Bone Marrow Embolism, Fat / etiology* Female Humans Knee Prosthesis / adverse effects* Pressure Respiratory Distress Syndrome, Adult / etiology* Syndrome |
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