A case of fat embolism following Shiers' arthroplasty

Postgrad Med J. 1976 Apr;52(606):247-9. doi: 10.1136/pgmj.52.606.247.

Abstract

A case of fatal fat embolism following Shiers' replacement arthroplasty of the knee is reported and some of the mechanisms involved discussed.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Arthroplasty / adverse effects*
  • Embolism, Fat / etiology*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Knee / surgery
  • Methylmethacrylates / adverse effects

Substances

  • Methylmethacrylates