Duverney fracture
Duverney Fracture
Duverney fracture (pronunciation: duh-ver-ney frak-chur) is a type of pelvic fracture that involves the iliac wing, an important part of the pelvis. This fracture is named after French anatomist and surgeon, Joseph Guichard Duverney.
Etymology
The term "Duverney fracture" is derived from the name of Joseph Guichard Duverney (1648-1730), a French anatomist and surgeon who first described this type of fracture. The term "fracture" comes from the Latin word "fractura", meaning "a break".
Description
A Duverney fracture is a type of isolated pelvic fracture that occurs without involvement of the pelvic ring. It is caused by a direct blow to the hip or side of the body. This fracture is often associated with high-energy trauma such as motor vehicle accidents or falls from a significant height.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of a Duverney fracture is typically made through medical imaging techniques such as X-ray or Computed Tomography (CT) scan. The fracture is often visible as a break in the continuity of the iliac wing on these images.
Treatment
Treatment for a Duverney fracture typically involves surgery to repair the broken bone. This may include the use of plates, screws, or other hardware to stabilize the fracture. Following surgery, physical therapy is often recommended to help regain strength and mobility in the affected area.
Related Terms
- Pelvic fracture
- Iliac wing
- Pelvic ring
- Medical imaging
- X-ray
- Computed Tomography (CT) scan
- Surgery
- Physical therapy
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Duverney fracture
- Wikipedia's article - Duverney fracture
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