𝗖𝗢𝗟𝗟𝗘'𝗦 𝗙𝗥𝗔𝗖𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗘 -Dinner Fork Deformity
📙Fx of distal end of radius at its cortico cancellous junction,described by Abraham Colles in 1814
📙It occurs due to 𝗼𝘂𝘁𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗲𝘁𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗱 𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗱 having hx of fall, & has swelling,pain,tenderness at site of trauma
📙Fx of distal end of radius at its cortico cancellous junction,described by Abraham Colles in 1814
📙It occurs due to 𝗼𝘂𝘁𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗲𝘁𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗱 𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗱 having hx of fall, & has swelling,pain,tenderness at site of trauma
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Situs Inversus
Definition:
Situs inversus is a rare anatomical variation where the organs in the chest and abdomen are mirrored or reversed from their usual positions.
Associations:
1. Kartagener Syndrome:
- Often, situs inversus is associated with Kartagener syndrome, a genetic condition characterized by situs inversus, chronic sinusitis, and bronchiectasis.
2. Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia (PCD):
- Situs inversus can occur in conjunction with PCD, a genetic disorder affecting cilia function, leading to respiratory and fertility issues.
3. Heterotaxy Syndrome:
- Some individuals with situs inversus may have heterotaxy syndrome, where organs aren't strictly mirrored but are abnormally placed.
4. Cardiac Abnormalities:
- Congenital heart defects may accompany situs inversus, often requiring specialized cardiac care.
5. Gastrointestinal Abnormalities:
- Anomalies in the positioning of abdominal organs may be present, potentially affecting digestion and nutrient absorption.
Definition:
Situs inversus is a rare anatomical variation where the organs in the chest and abdomen are mirrored or reversed from their usual positions.
Associations:
1. Kartagener Syndrome:
- Often, situs inversus is associated with Kartagener syndrome, a genetic condition characterized by situs inversus, chronic sinusitis, and bronchiectasis.
2. Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia (PCD):
- Situs inversus can occur in conjunction with PCD, a genetic disorder affecting cilia function, leading to respiratory and fertility issues.
3. Heterotaxy Syndrome:
- Some individuals with situs inversus may have heterotaxy syndrome, where organs aren't strictly mirrored but are abnormally placed.
4. Cardiac Abnormalities:
- Congenital heart defects may accompany situs inversus, often requiring specialized cardiac care.
5. Gastrointestinal Abnormalities:
- Anomalies in the positioning of abdominal organs may be present, potentially affecting digestion and nutrient absorption.
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