Wednesday, 19 April 2017

image Q. 33 - Think pink

Q.  Pink, pulseless hand is complication of


a. Brachial artery thrombus
b. Vascular injury at wrist
c. Elbow fracture
d. Compartment syndrome
e. Carpal dislocations
















































































Answer -
c

Pink and pulseless hand is often associated with supracondylar humerus fracture in children.
The pink hand suggests viability of circulation despite pulselessness. Various opinions regarding management are present.
Cautious observation coupled with vascular studies are advocated and in case of decreased perfusion early explortion is done.

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