Pelvi Acetabular Fractures
Pelvi Acetabular Fractures
Pelvi-acetabular fractures are serious injuries involving the pelvic bone or the hip socket (acetabulum) — the area that connects the upper body to the lower limbs. These fractures often occur due to high-energy trauma, such as road accidents, falls from height, or industrial injuries.
Because the pelvis protects vital organs and major blood vessels, these fractures can be complex and potentially life-threatening if not treated promptly. Proper diagnosis, surgical planning, and rehabilitation are essential to restore stability, alignment, and mobility of the hip joint.
Our orthopaedic specialists use advanced imaging, precise surgical techniques, and multidisciplinary care to ensure complete recovery and help patients regain their independence and quality of life.
Conditions We Treat
Our team provides comprehensive care for a wide range of foot and ankle problems, including:
Pelvic Ring Fractures
These involve breaks in the ring-like structure of the pelvis, which supports the spine and connects to the legs.
- Description: Such fractures can be stable (single break) or unstable (multiple breaks causing displacement).
- Treatment: Stable fractures may heal with rest and bracing, while unstable ones often need surgical fixation using plates and screws to restore alignment and prevent internal organ injury.
Acetabular Fractures (Hip Socket Fractures)
These affect the socket of the hip joint where the femur (thigh bone) meets the pelvis.
- Description: Common in high-impact accidents, these fractures can damage the joint surface, leading to arthritis or stiffness if untreated.
- Treatment: Open Reduction and Internal Fixation (ORIF) helps realign the socket and preserve the natural hip joint. In severe or elderly cases, total hip replacement may be required.
Combined Pelvic and Acetabular Fractures
Some patients suffer fractures involving both the pelvic ring and the acetabulum.
- Description: These are extremely complex injuries that may affect stability, posture, and internal organ function.
- Treatment: Requires a combination of surgical stabilization, internal fixation, and careful postoperative care in an intensive setup.
Sacral and Iliac Wing Fractures
These involve the back and side parts of the pelvis that connect to the spine.
- Description: These fractures may cause severe pain, instability, and nerve-related symptoms.
- Treatment: Depending on the severity, they can be managed conservatively or through minimally invasive fixation using screws or rods.
Pubic Rami Fractures
Breaks in the front part of the pelvic bone, often seen in elderly patients after minor falls.
- Description: Though usually stable, these fractures can cause pain and difficulty walking.
- Treatment: Non-surgical management with pain relief, physiotherapy, and gradual mobilization; surgical fixation in rare cases.
Post-Traumatic Deformities & Malunions
Improperly healed pelvic or acetabular fractures can lead to misalignment and chronic pain.
- Description: These conditions can affect gait, posture, and leg length.
- Treatment: Corrective osteotomy or reconstructive surgery helps restore normal structure and function.
Hip Dislocations Associated with Acetabular Fractures
High-energy trauma can cause the hip to dislocate along with a socket fracture.
- Description: This requires urgent medical attention to prevent avascular necrosis (loss of blood supply to the femoral head).
- Treatment: Immediate reduction (realignment) followed by fixation of the acetabular fracture ensures optimal recovery.