L. Tarongi-Marco

Severe fat embolism syndrome following minor trauma in a child with Duchenne muscular dystrophy: A case report

Background Fat embolism syndrome (FES) is a rare but potentially life-threatening complication classically associated with long-bone fractures and orthopedic procedures. Patients with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) are at increased risk because of severe osteoporosis, chronic...