Femoral artery rupture during total hip arthroplasty. (1st August 2013)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Kakwani, Rajeshkumar; Duggan, John; Muller, Scott
• Is Part Of: BMJ case reports. Volume 2013
• Publication Date: 2013-08-01
• Subjects: Medicine -- Case studies -- Periodicals; 610.5
• DOI: 10.1136/bcr-2013-009922
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1757-790X

Abstract

Abstract : Vascular injuries are an uncommon but significant complication of total hip arthroplasty. We present a case of femoral artery rupture through an atherosclerotic plaque during primary total hip arthroplasty and a review of the published literature. The early recognition and prompt treatment of this complication can reduce the mortality and morbidity associated with this injury.