Fracture of the right lower limb of drivers due to penetration of the front wheel.

Author(s)
Fonseka, C.P.
Year
Abstract

Fractures of the lower end of the femur in car occupants is usually attributed to hitting the face. In this paper 3 cases are described where this definitely did not occur. Evidence shows that they were due to floor deformation by the front wheel. The force was transmitted up the leg.

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A 5944 fo
Source

British Journal of Surgery, Vol. 56 (1969), No. 5, p. 322-326.

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