Fracture

Pathophysiology

trauma

injury to bone

diffusionimmobility
of fat globules

loss of function of affected part

fat embolism that may occlude blood vessels

in the lungs, brain, and kidneys
(Fat Embolism Syndrome)

The force of impact is a major determinant of the extent of injury to the bone.
The bone injury results to the loss of functions of the affected part, impaired
skin integrity, and increased risk for fat embolism syndrome.
Each of this is managed to avoid complication of fractures.