Fat embolism syndrome: State-of-the-art review focused on pulmonary imaging findings

Fat embolism syndrome (FES) is a rare but potentially fatal complication of trauma or orthopedic surgery, which presents predominantly with pulmonary symptoms. Modern intensive care has improved the mortality rates, however diagnosis remains difficult, relying predominantly on a combination of a classic triad of symptoms and non-specific, but characteristic radiological features. The aim of this review is to describe the main clinical and imaging aspects of FES, ranging from pathophysiology to treatment with emphasis on pulmonary involvement.
Source: Respiratory Medicine CME - Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Tags: Review article Source Type: research