APPLIED RADIOLOGICAL ANATOMY

ANATOMY

PELVIS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following is NOT a way pelvic fractures occur?
A
avulsions
B
disruption of the epiphysis
C
stress/trauma
D
strength imbalance
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Most pelvic fractures are caused by some type of traumatic, high-energy event, such as a car collision. Because the pelvis is in proximity to major blood vessels and organs, pelvic fractures may cause extensive bleeding and other injuries that require urgent treatment.

Detailed explanation-2: -acetabular fracture. pubic ramus fracture. iliac wing fracture (Duverney fracture) avulsion fractures (e.g. ASIS, iliac crest, ischial tuberosity)

Detailed explanation-3: -High-impact events: Since your pelvis is a very stable bone structure, most pelvic fractures are caused by high-impact events such as a car accident or falling from a significant height. High-impact events usually cause unstable pelvic fractures.

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