Multi-ligament Knee Injury
Involves disruption of ≥2 major knee ligaments; often from high-energy trauma. Common patterns: ACL + PCL ± collateral injuries. Associated with vascular (popliteal artery) and nerve (common peroneal) injuries. Diagnosis: clinical + MRI; check vascular status with ABI, Doppler, CTA. Management: emergent reduction, vascular repair if injured, staged ligament reconstruction.
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mcqWhat is the most common associated nerve injury in multi-ligament knee injuries?
mcqWhich imaging modality is preferred for assessing vascular injury in a suspected multi-ligament knee injury?
mcqWhat is the critical time frame for revascularization to ensure limb salvage after a knee dislocation?
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mcqIn a multi-ligament knee injury, what is the most feared complication related to the vascular system?
mcqWhat is the recommended management for a knee dislocation with confirmed vascular injury?
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mcqWhich ligamentous injury pattern is most common in multi-ligament knee injuries?
mcqWhat is the primary goal of immediate management in multi-ligament knee injuries?