Most common
Often T-bone MVC/pedestrian hit from side
Usually stable as affected hemipelvis is crushed inward, reducing pelvic volume
Associated with the unstable wind-swept pelvis<unk> Severe cases usually associated with bladder rupture; consider CT or retrograde cystography
Usually unstable as the iliac wings are forced outward, increasing pelvic volume
Often head on MVC
Often assocciated with pelvic and retroperitoneal hemorrhage
Coincident injuries of the thorax and the abdomen are the rule
Associated with the unstable open book<unk> Urethral disruption should also be considered
Result from vertically oriented force (fall) delivered to the pelvis via the extended femurs
Unstable; pelvic volume is increased
Associated with the unstable Malgaigne<unk> or bucket handle<unk>
Pelvic fractures
Diaphragmatic trauma
Acetabular pelvic fractures
Liver trauma
Knee fractures
Splenic trauma
Straddle pelvic fracture
Lumbar burst fracture