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Malgaigne fracture

Case contributed by Hani Makky Al Salam
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Trauma

x-ray

Fractures involving the left SI joint and ipsilateral ischiopubic rami.

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Fractures involving the left SI joint and ipsilateral ischiopubic rami.

Case Discussion

Malgaigne fractures involve the SI joint and ipsilateral ischiopubic ramus. It is considered an unstable pelvic fracture and is clinically evident by shortening of the lower extremity.

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