Fat Embolism Syndrome: A Case Report and Review Literature

Fat embolism syndrome (FES) is a life-threatening complication in patients with orthopedic trauma, especially long bone fractures. The diagnosis of fat embolism is made by clinical features alone with no specific laboratory findings. FES has no specific treatment and requires supportive care, althou...

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Main Authors: Nattaphol Uransilp, Sombat Muengtaweepongsa, Nuttawut Chanalithichai, Nattapol Tammachote
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2018-01-01
Series:Case Reports in Medicine
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2018/1479850