Pelvic fractures

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• In pelvic injuries, the injury mechanism and the strength of the energy causing the injury are determining factors. In young people, pelvic fractures are associated with high-energy blunt trauma, in the elderly most often with low-energy falls (osteoporosis).
• High-energy fractures are often associated with severe injuries. The most severe associated injury is life-threatening haemorrhage. Other possible associated injuries include injuries to the lumbar plexus, bladder and urethra, and various degrees of soft tissue injury.
• All pelvic fractures require pelvic CT and therefore treatment assessment at a hospital.

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