Fat embolism syndrome is most commonly seen after ?
Ans. is 'a' i.e., Femur fracture Fat embolism means circulation of fat globule away from its site of origin. When fat embolism causes symptoms it is called fat embolism syndrome. Causes of fat embolism Fracture of long bone (most common) - Blunt trauma Recent Coicosteroid administration Soft tissue trauma Acute pancreatitis Burns D.M. Parenteral lipid infusion Liposuction Sickle cell crisis Decompression sickness
Femur fracture
Acetabular fracture
Pelvis fracture
Calcaneal fracture