Osteosynthesis in sacral fracture and lumbosacral dislocation.

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Abstract

[Indexed for MEDLINE] 4. Radiologe. 1998 Aug;38(8):702-9. doi: 10.1007/s001170050411. [Pelvic ring injuries]. [Article in German] Heller M(1), Blanke J, Draijer F, Brossmann J, Egbers HJ, Havemann D. Author information: (1)Klinik für Radiologische Diagnostik, Christian-Albrechts-Universität zu Kiel. PURPOSE: Analysis of the trauma patient of fractures of the pelvic ring and classification according to AO/Tile. METHODS: 125 unselected patients (43 females, 82 males) were evaluated retrospectively by conventional x-ray, and CT examinations included follow-studies. RESULTS: Type-A fractures were seen in 36 (29%), Type-B fractures in 58 (46%), and Type-C fractures in 31 (25%) cases. Type-B and Type-C fractures mainly occurred in patients with traffic accidents and falls from great height. Type-A fractures were seen most often in patients with accidents at home or at work. However, in patients with complex fractures a classification concerning Type-B or Type-C fractures was difficult. SUMMARY: Based on CT criterias, in most patients a statement concerning the applied forces, the stability of the pelvic rim and the fracture type can be made. DOI: 10.1007/s001170050411