Overview
Surgery to treat a pelvic bone fracture, often from trauma like falls or car accidents.
General Information
- Area involved: Pelvis (hip bones)
- Purpose: Stabilize fracture, prevent bleeding, restore mobility
- Duration: 2–4 hours
- Hospital stay: 5–10 days
- Anesthesia: General
- Recovery: 2–3 months
Types
- External fixation: Pins outside the body
- Internal fixation: Plates and screws inside
- Hip replacement (if joint damaged)
Before Surgery
- Imaging (X-ray, CT)
- Blood tests, pain control
- May need ICU monitoring if severe trauma