Transverse Sacral Fracture-Dislocation with Anterior Displacement: A Case Report
Journal Title: Malaysian Orthopaedic Journal - Year 2012, Vol 6, Issue 2
Abstract
Transverse sacral fracture is a very rare injury and frequently missed or delayed in diagnosis. We present a case with this injury and discuss its management.
Authors and Affiliations
SK Tiew, Terence Tay
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