Complex fractures are complicated breaks in bones which usually need care by a specialist team. They include open fractures which are fractures with wound complications, pelvic fractures breaks in the strong bony ring connecting the base of the spine to the hips and severe ankle fractures. Complex fractures are usually caused by sudden trauma from a sports injury, auto accident, hard falls from heights or brittle bones from aging.
A broken bone that is more severe than what is common or routine. Fractures are considered to be complex when The fragments are comminuted (broken into many pieces) The soft tissues are severely damaged. There is loss of bone due to severe trauma.
Complex Fracture
- Traumatic injury involving multiple breaks in a bone and damaged soft tissue
- Symptoms include extreme pain, numbness, sometimes visibly protruding bone
- Treatment involves stabilization, pain relief, and surgical procedures
- Involves Orthopedics, Surgery
Once the soft tissue and bone are stabilized, surgeons will evaluate the injury with additional studies and imaging and determine the best treatment plan including techniques and expertise from all specialties in the center including orthopaedic trauma, microvascular surgery, plastic surgery, and other specialties.
