Pelvic Fractures

Pelvis fracture is the breakage in the sturdy ring of bones located at the base of the spine. Pelvis fracture is most commonly accompanied with extensive bleeding due to its proximity to major blood vessels. It generally requires emergency treatment.

Causes

• Traumatic, high-energy event, such as a car or motorcycle collision.

Symptoms

• Pain, swelling, deformity, bruising and tenderness of the joint.
• An aggravation in pain arising from movement of hip.

Treatment

• Treatment depends upon the severity of the injury.
• Low-impact fractures can be managed with conservative care.
• Pelvis reconstruction surgery can restore stability.
• Treatment depends upon the severity of the injury.
• Patients can resume their daily activities after pelvic reconstruction surgery.

Surgical Treatment

• External Fixation
• Skeletal Traction
• Open reduction and Internal fixation