The morphology of ligamentous sacroiliac lesions – challenge to the antero-posterior compression mechanism

Pelvic injuries are common after high-energy blunt trauma. During the late 20th century classification guided management emerged. Numerous classification schemes exist [1]. The Young and Burgess classification [2] considers the vector forces (originally proposed by Pennal et al. in 1980 [3]) responsible for pelvic ring injury. The authors defined the categories AP compression (APC), lateral compression (LC), or vertical shear (VS). This classification has been updated through the years with further examination (the AO/OTA Pelvic Ring fracture classification) [4].

Source: Injury - November 16, 2020 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: A.D. Caterson, D.C. Olthof, C. Abel, Z.J. Balogh Source Type: research