A REVIEW OF COMPLICATIONS ARISING FROM ORTHOPEDIC TRAUMA

Authors

  • Ugo Roberto de Lima Accorsi Autor
  • Kaio César Martins Silva Autor
  • Nátali Melissa Furushio Autor
  • Maria Carolina Rebouças de Azevedo Marques Autor
  • Layssa Paiva de Castro Autor
  • Erwin Andrey Nunez Rojas Autor
  • Raphael Campos dos Santos Autor
  • Romeu Gavassi Autor

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.63330/aurumpub.024-032

Keywords:

Orthopedic trauma, Complications, Fractures, Musculoskeletal injuries, Medical emergency

Abstract

Orthopedic trauma is one of the leading causes of morbidity, functional disability, and healthcare costs worldwide. Complications associated with this type of trauma can occur early or late, involving the musculoskeletal, vascular, neurological, infectious, and metabolic systems. Early recognition of these complications is essential to reduce permanent sequelae, mortality, and length of hospital stay. This article aims to comprehensively review the main complications of orthopedic trauma, addressing their pathophysiological mechanisms, clinical manifestations, diagnostic methods, and prevention and management strategies.

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Published

2025-12-22

How to Cite

A REVIEW OF COMPLICATIONS ARISING FROM ORTHOPEDIC TRAUMA. (2025). Aurum Editora, 304-313. https://doi.org/10.63330/aurumpub.024-032