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Vertical Shear

Vertical shear

 

Definition

 

Unstable injuries

Complete disruption of both the anterior and posterior ring

 

5 - 20% of pelvic fractures

 

Mechanism

 

Axial load

Motor vehicle accident

Fall from height

 

Pathology

 

Anterior ring

Fixation

Definition

 

Garden 1 / 2

 

Algorithm

 

ORIF

- ~ 15% displacement rate with non operative management

- increased risk of non union

- reduced hospital in patient stays

 

Options

 

Cannulated screws

DHS + derotation screw

 

3 cannulated screws