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Fat embolism syndrome in a child with muscular dystrophy.
MedLine Citation:
PMID:  1491153     Owner:  NLM     Status:  MEDLINE    
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
Fat embolism syndrome is a relatively common complication of orthopedic trauma. Once thought to be rare in children, it probably occurs with a similar frequency as in adults, but is often subclinical. Clinically apparent fat embolism syndrome may exhibit neurologic, pulmonary, and cutaneous manifestations. It often resolves without sequelae if it is recognized promptly and supportive treatment is provided. We present a pediatric case of fat embolism syndrome and review the literature on its diagnosis and management in children.
Authors:
E S Pender; C V Pollack; O B Evans
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Publication Detail:
Type:  Case Reports; Journal Article; Review    
Journal Detail:
Title:  The Journal of emergency medicine     Volume:  10     ISSN:  0736-4679     ISO Abbreviation:  J Emerg Med     Publication Date:    1992 Nov-Dec
Date Detail:
Created Date:  1993-03-02     Completed Date:  1993-03-02     Revised Date:  2005-11-16    
Medline Journal Info:
Nlm Unique ID:  8412174     Medline TA:  J Emerg Med     Country:  UNITED STATES    
Other Details:
Languages:  eng     Pagination:  705-11     Citation Subset:  IM    
Affiliation:
Pediatric Emergency Department, University of Mississippi Medical Center, Jackson.
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MeSH Terms
Descriptor/Qualifier:
Acute Disease
Child
Diagnosis, Differential
Embolism, Fat* / diagnosis,  therapy
Femoral Fractures* / diagnosis,  therapy
Humans
Male
Muscular Dystrophies*
Respiratory Insufficiency / diagnosis,  therapy
Risk Factors
Syndrome

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