Car's Deformation as an Indicator for the Management of Lateral Compression Type I Pelvic Fracture: A Case Report of Two Adults and Review of Literature

Pelvic ring fracture (PRF) is a result of high energy trauma especially in young adults. The management of lateral compression type I (LCI) as a subtype of PRF remains controversial. Fracture's displacement, pain of injured, fracture mobilization under anesthesia (MUA) are factors that determine the management of these injuries. However, there are no reports stated on car's deformation after an accident as a factor of decision making on pelvic fracture's treatment. We present two cases of adults sustained a surgical intervention in pelvis following an LCI injury with a review of literature. Photos of car's deformation following the collision add extra information about the severity of pelvic fracture. In conclusion car's deformation could be used as an indicator for the management of these injuries in combination with the above mentioned factors.

Author(s): Antonios N. Papasotiriou and Spyridon Darmanis

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