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Editor’s Note: The TSG course on high-risk orthopedic injuries has been updated. The following includes two case reviews and a summary of important issues from that course.
High Risk Orthopedic Injuries
Orthopedic injuries, particularly those involving the extremities, carry a significant risk of complications if not promptly and accurately diagnosed. Conditions such as compartment syndrome, open fractures, and joint dislocations often present subtly, especially in early stages, and require a high index of suspicion from clinicians. When key elements—like mechanism of injury, neurovascular assessment, or timely imaging—are overlooked or poorly documented, the chances of a missed diagnosis increase dramatically.
