Popliteal artery injury is common
About 25% of cases
Neurologic deficit may indicate vascular injury
Spontaneous reduction common
About 50% self-reduce, usually en route to ED
About 25% of cases
Neurologic deficit may indicate vascular injury
About 50% self-reduce, usually en route to ED
Anterior (40%)
Hyperextension
Associated injuries to PCL, ACL, and medial or lateral ligaments common
Posterior (33%)
Usually due to impact with dashboard during motor vehicle collision
Popliteal artery often injured
Lateral (18%)
Medial (4%)
Hyperextension
Associated injuries to PCL, ACL, and medial or lateral ligaments common
Usually due to impact with dashboard during motor vehicle collision
Popliteal artery often injured
Knee dislocation
Hip dislocation
Knee fractures
Lens dislocation
Patella fracture
Elbow dislocation
Segond fracture
Shoulder dislocation