| Front | Why is any suspected open fracture or vascular injury considered a medical emergency? |
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| Back | These are always considered medical emergencies, as in an extremity with anything less than complete circulation, prolonged hypoperfusion can cause significant damage. |
Tags: 29, injuries, orthopaedic
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