A CASE OF FAT EMBOLISM SYNDROME DUE TO BOTH BONE FRACTURE

Fat embolism syndrome is a fatal complication of long bone fractures. Classically described as the triad of hypoxia, petechiae, and neurological impairment, it is characterized by bone marrow fat entering the systemic circulation and the individual’s inflammatory response to it. Although fat embolization occurs in the majority of patients with long bone fractures or during orthopedic procedures, clinical signs and symptoms occur in only 1-10% of these patients. It is usually seen in the context of poly trauma or a femoral fracture. There are few reports of fat embolism syndrome occurring after isolated long bone fractures other than those of the femur. This case report discusses a case of Fat embolism following fracture of both bones