The Cognitive Effects of Fat Embolus Syndrome Following an Isolated Femoral Shaft Fracture.

Authors :: Gray, Andrew C.
Torrens, Lorna
White, Timothy O.
Carson, Alan
Robinson, C. Michael
Source :: Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery, American Volume. May2007, Vol. 89 Issue 5, p1092-1096. 5p.
Publication Year :: 2007
Abstract: The article presents a medical case concerning the cognitive effects of fat embolus syndrome. The patient, a 23-year-old female, discussed in the paper recovered after the development of fat embolus syndrome following an isolated femoral diaphyseal fracture. On comprehensive neuropsychological testing, specific and quantifiable defects in cognitive function were detected.

Subjects :: *FAT embolism
*COGNITION disorders
*PATHOLOGICAL psychology
*NEUROPSYCHOLOGICAL tests
*NEUROLOGIC examination
*BONE fractures

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