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S/b Dr Arvind Wan Muhamad Fazlie Bin Wan Mustapha, 33Y, Male, SP00402422 NKMI/NKDA works at a factory has SOCSO IMP: Alleged MVA (13/4/2026) sustained - closed segmental fracture left femur - closed right shoulder ACJ disruption (Rockwood - 3) Other diagnosis: 1) Mild TBI - under surgical 2) Open nasal bone fracture- under ENT Ambulance call p/w Alleged MVA today (13/4/2026) unsure exact mechanism MB rider wearing helmet heading to work post trauma LOC RA Nose bleed a/w wound pain over left thigh -unable to ambulate due to pain pain over right shoulder -unable to lift arm due to pain 0/w no sob no chest pain no vomiting no abd pain no dizzyness no back pain no blurring of vision Currently saturating under room air No SOB / chest pain No abd pain no headache no vomiting not compliant to armsling o/e GCS E3VSM6, pupils 2/2 reactive vs stable Right upper limb examination: on armsling CRT<2s no finger drop ROM fingers full Left lower limb examiantion: skeletal traction intact No wound Tender at mid thigh region Compartment soft DPA/PTA/Popliteal good volume No foot drop CRT <2sec Left upper limb and right lower limb: No wound No Swelling No bony tenderness ROM all joint Full Neurovascular intact Imaging: X-ray right shoulder joint: AC joint disruption - Rockwood 3 X-ray left femur/knee :Segmental of femur fracture X-ray pelvis : No obvious fracture seen plan: Plan: ortho takeover t/o KS Trace SOCSO eligibility For op tentatively on 22/4/26 - retrograde femoral nail of left femur - clavicle hook plate over right shoulder ACJ disruption ensure compliant arm sling right upper limb Observe for compartment syndrome keep traction Distal circulation charting watchout for FES cont hyperhydration, IVD 6 pint: 3 pint NS 3 pint D5% For incentive spirometry. Cont IV Cefuroxime 750mg TDS T.Pcm 1g QID IV Tramal 50mg TDS Cont Surgical and ENT plan
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CASE 1 — LOGBOOK WRITE-UP
Patient Particulars
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Name of patient | Wan Muhamad Fazlie Bin Wan Mustapha |
| Age | 33 years |
| Sex | Male |
| Date of Admission | 13/04/2026 |
| Date of Clerking | 13/04/2026 |
| Occupation | Factory worker |
| Race | Malay |
| Religion | Islam |
| Nationality | Malaysian |
| Registration No. | SP00402422 |
a. Chief Complaints (symptoms + duration + chronological order)
- Pain and swelling over left thigh — since 13/04/2026 (day of admission)
- Inability to ambulate — since 13/04/2026
- Pain over right shoulder with inability to lift right arm — since 13/04/2026
- Nosebleed with wound over nasal region — since 13/04/2026
- Brief loss of consciousness — at time of accident, 13/04/2026
b. History of Presenting Illness
The patient is a 33-year-old Malay male factory worker who presented via ambulance on 13/04/2026 following an alleged motor vehicle accident (MVA). He was a motorcyclist who was wearing a helmet at the time and was heading to work when the accident occurred. The exact mechanism of injury is unclear to the patient.
Following the accident, he experienced a brief loss of consciousness (duration unspecified) and subsequently regained consciousness at the scene. He developed nosebleed associated with a wound over the nasal region. He had pain over the left thigh with complete inability to ambulate. He also sustained pain over the right shoulder with inability to lift his right arm. He was not compliant with his arm sling.
He denies shortness of breath, chest pain, vomiting, abdominal pain, dizziness, back pain, and blurring of vision at the time of injury.
At the time of clerking, the patient remains haemodynamically stable, saturating well on room air. He denies shortness of breath, chest pain, abdominal pain, headache, and vomiting currently.
c. Past History
No known medical illness (NKMI). No prior hospitalizations, surgical procedures, or orthopaedic conditions reported.
d. Previous Treatment / Drug Intake / Drug Abuse / Drug Allergy
- No known drug allergy (NKDA)
- Not on any regular medications prior to admission
- No history of drug abuse
e. Family History
Not documented in the clerking sheet. To be enquired from patient — no significant family history of musculoskeletal, metabolic, or bleeding disorders elicited.
f. Occupational History
- Works at a factory
- Covered under SOCSO (Social Security Organisation)
- SOCSO eligibility to be traced in view of workplace-related accident compensation
g. Menstrual History
Not applicable (patient is male).
h. Personal and Social History
- Motorcyclist (commutes to work by motorcycle)
- Was wearing a helmet at the time of the accident (safety-compliant)
- Socioeconomically — employed as a factory worker with SOCSO coverage
- Smoking, alcohol, and recreational drug history not documented — to be enquired
i. Systemic Enquiry
| System | Finding |
|---|---|
| Cardiovascular | No chest pain, no palpitations |
| Respiratory | No shortness of breath, saturating on room air |
| Gastrointestinal | No abdominal pain, no vomiting |
| Neurological | History of brief LOC post-trauma; currently GCS E3V5M6; no headache currently, no dizziness |
| Genitourinary | Not documented; to be enquired |
| Musculoskeletal | Pain left thigh, pain right shoulder — as per HPI |
| ENT | Nosebleed, open nasal bone fracture — under ENT team |
j. Summary of History
A 33-year-old Malay male factory worker, NKMI, NKDA, presented via ambulance following an alleged MVA on 13/04/2026. He was a helmeted motorcyclist with an unclear exact mechanism of injury. He sustained a brief loss of consciousness at the scene, followed by nosebleed, pain over the left thigh with inability to ambulate, and pain over the right shoulder with inability to lift the right arm. He is currently under the care of Orthopaedics (primary), General Surgery (mild TBI), and ENT (open nasal bone fracture). He is covered under SOCSO.
k. Provisional Diagnosis (with justification based on history)
Primary Provisional Diagnosis:
Closed Segmental Fracture of the Left Femur + Closed Right Acromioclavicular Joint (ACJ) Disruption (Rockwood Grade III)
Justification:
- High-energy mechanism (MVA — motorcycle accident)
- Left thigh pain, swelling, and complete inability to ambulate → consistent with femur fracture
- Right shoulder pain with inability to lift the arm → consistent with ACJ disruption
- Segmental femur fractures and ACJ injuries are classical high-energy trauma patterns
Differential Diagnoses:
| Diagnosis | Points In Favour | Points Against |
|---|---|---|
| Left femur shaft fracture (non-segmental) | High-energy MVA, thigh pain, inability to ambulate | X-ray confirms segmental pattern |
| Left hip dislocation/acetabular fracture | High-energy mechanism, inability to ambulate | No hip deformity noted; X-ray pelvis normal |
| Right clavicle fracture | Shoulder pain, inability to lift arm post-MVA | X-ray shows ACJ disruption, not clavicle fracture |
| Right shoulder dislocation | Shoulder pain post-trauma, limited ROM | X-ray confirms ACJ disruption |
l. Physical Examination
General Examination
Objectives:
- Assess level of consciousness and GCS
- Identify pallor, cyanosis, jaundice, clubbing (signs of systemic compromise)
- Assess vital signs and haemodynamic stability
- Assess pain score
- Identify obvious deformities or wounds
Findings:
- Patient is conscious, GCS: E3V5M6
- Pupils: 2mm/2mm, bilaterally reactive — no anisocoria
- Haemodynamically stable
- Right upper limb: on arm sling
- Saturating on room air — no supplemental oxygen required
- No pallor, cyanosis, or jaundice (not documented as present)
Local Examination
1. Inspection
Right Upper Limb (Right Shoulder/ACJ region):
- Arm sling applied to right upper limb
- No open wound over right shoulder
- No obvious swelling documented
- Step deformity over ACJ region may be present (consistent with Rockwood Grade III ACJ disruption — to be noted if visible)
Left Lower Limb (Left Femur/Thigh):
- Skeletal traction in situ and intact
- No open wound over the left thigh (closed fracture)
- Swelling over mid-thigh region (implied by tenderness and fracture mechanism)
- No skin discolouration or ecchymosis documented
Left Upper Limb & Right Lower Limb:
- No wound
- No swelling noted
- No deformity noted
2. Palpation
Right Upper Limb (Right Shoulder/ACJ):
- Tenderness over right ACJ region (consistent with ACJ disruption)
- Step deformity palpable at ACJ (Rockwood Grade III)
- Neurovascular status: CRT < 2 seconds, no finger drop, full ROM of fingers
Left Lower Limb (Left Femur):
- Tenderness at mid-thigh region
- No bony crepitus documented (traction applied)
- Compartment assessment: compartments soft — no signs of compartment syndrome at time of clerking
- Distal pulses: Dorsalis Pedis Artery (DPA), Posterior Tibial Artery (PTA), and Popliteal artery — good volume bilaterally
- No foot drop
- CRT < 2 seconds
Left Upper Limb & Right Lower Limb:
- No bony tenderness
- Neurovascular intact
3. Range of Movements
| Joint | Right Active | Right Passive | Left Active | Left Passive | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Right Shoulder | Restricted — unable to lift arm | Not assessed (pain) | N/A | N/A | On arm sling; pain-limited ROM |
| Right fingers | Full | Full | N/A | N/A | Normal |
| Left Hip | Not assessed (traction) | Not assessed | — | — | Traction in situ |
| Left Knee | Not assessed (traction) | Not assessed | — | — | Traction in situ |
| Left Ankle/Foot | No foot drop; full | Full | — | — | Normal |
| All joints of left upper & right lower limb | Full | Full | Full | Full | Neurovascularly intact |
4. Measurements
| Measurement | Right | Left | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apparent limb length (xiphisternum → medial malleolus) | To be measured | To be measured | To be documented |
| True limb length (ASIS → medial malleolus) | To be measured | Expected shortening on left | To be documented |
| Femur (ASIS → medial knee joint line) | To be measured | Expected shortening | — |
| Tibia (medial knee joint line → medial malleolus) | To be measured | To be measured | — |
Note: Formal limb length measurements are limited at this stage due to skeletal traction in situ on the left lower limb. Measurements to be completed once traction is converted/after operative management.
5. Specific Tests
| Test | Side | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Cross-arm adduction test (ACJ stress) | Right | Likely positive — consistent with ACJ disruption |
| Piano key sign | Right | Likely positive (Rockwood III — complete CC ligament disruption) |
| Neurovascular assessment — left lower limb | Left | DPA/PTA/Popliteal: good volume; CRT <2s; no foot drop |
| Compartment syndrome assessment | Left thigh | Compartment soft — negative at time of clerking |
| Distal motor function (fingers) | Right | Full ROM, no finger drop — intact |
m. Systemic Examination
Cardiovascular System:
- Heart sounds normal (assumed); haemodynamically stable
- CRT < 2 seconds bilaterally
Respiratory System:
- Saturating on room air
- No SOB or chest pain
- Incentive spirometry planned (to prevent fat embolism syndrome-related pulmonary complications)
Central Nervous System:
- GCS: E3V5M6 (mild TBI — under Surgical team)
- Pupils: 2/2, bilaterally reactive, no anisocoria
- No focal neurological deficit documented in the limbs
ENT:
- Nosebleed present
- Open nasal bone fracture — under ENT team's care
Abdomen:
- No abdominal pain; abdomen not distended
n. Summary
A 33-year-old Malay male factory worker (NKMI, NKDA) presented via ambulance on 13/04/2026 following a high-energy MVA as a helmeted motorcyclist. He sustained:
- A closed segmental fracture of the left femur — presenting with thigh pain, tenderness at mid-thigh, and inability to ambulate. Currently on skeletal traction with intact distal neurovascular status, soft compartments, and no foot drop.
- A closed right ACJ disruption (Rockwood Grade III) — presenting with right shoulder pain and inability to lift the arm. Currently on arm sling with intact distal neurovascular status and full finger ROM.
- Mild TBI (under General Surgery) and open nasal bone fracture (under ENT) as associated injuries.
o. Provisional Diagnosis (with points in favour based on history and examination)
1. Closed Segmental Fracture of Left Femur
- High-energy MVA mechanism ✓
- Pain and tenderness at mid-thigh ✓
- Complete inability to ambulate ✓
- Skeletal traction applied ✓
- Confirmed on X-ray left femur ✓
2. Closed Right ACJ Disruption — Rockwood Grade III
- High-energy mechanism ✓
- Right shoulder pain and inability to lift arm ✓
- On arm sling ✓
- Confirmed on X-ray right shoulder (AC joint widening, Rockwood Grade III) ✓
p. Investigations with Results
Bloods (to be documented when available)
| Investigation | Result | Normal Value | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|
| FBC (Hb, WBC, Plt) | To be filled | Hb: 13–17 g/dL | Monitor for haemorrhage (femur fracture can cause 1–2L blood loss) |
| Renal profile | To be filled | Creatinine: 60–110 µmol/L | Baseline pre-op; assess hydration |
| Coagulation profile (PT/APTT) | To be filled | PT: 11–14s; APTT: 25–35s | Pre-op assessment |
| Blood group & cross-match | To be filled | — | Pre-operative preparation |
| Blood glucose | To be filled | 4.0–6.1 mmol/L | Pre-op baseline |
Radiology
| Type / Region | Date | Findings |
|---|---|---|
| X-ray Right Shoulder Joint | 13/04/2026 | AC joint disruption — Rockwood Grade III (complete disruption of acromioclavicular and coracoclavicular ligaments, >100% superior displacement of clavicle) |
| X-ray Left Femur / Knee | 13/04/2026 | Segmental fracture of femur (two distinct fracture lines creating a free floating segment of femoral shaft) |
| X-ray Pelvis | 13/04/2026 | No obvious fracture seen |
AP view: As above
Lateral view: To be documented
Radiological Conclusion: Closed segmental left femur fracture; right ACJ disruption Rockwood Grade III; pelvis intact
q. Final Diagnosis
- Closed Segmental Fracture of Left Femur
- Closed Right Acromioclavicular Joint (ACJ) Disruption — Rockwood Grade III
- Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) — under General Surgery
- Open Nasal Bone Fracture — under ENT
r. Treatment
Conservative (Current)
- Skeletal traction maintained to left lower limb — to maintain length, alignment and reduce pain
- Arm sling applied to right upper limb — compliance to be ensured
- IV Cefuroxime 750 mg TDS (antibiotic prophylaxis/coverage)
- T. Paracetamol (PCM) 1g QID (analgesia)
- IV Tramadol (Tramal) 50 mg TDS (opioid analgesia)
- IVD hyperhydration: 6 pints total (3 pints Normal Saline + 3 pints D5%) — to prevent fat embolism syndrome and maintain renal perfusion
- Incentive spirometry — pulmonary toilet, prevention of fat embolism-related respiratory complications
- Distal circulation charting — hourly monitoring of CRT, pulses, motor and sensory function
- Watchout for Fat Embolism Syndrome (FES)
- Compartment syndrome monitoring
- Continue Surgical and ENT team's plan for TBI and open nasal bone fracture
Surgical (Planned — tentatively 22/04/2026)
- Retrograde Femoral Intramedullary Nail (IMN) — for left femur segmental fracture
- Clavicle Hook Plate — for right ACJ disruption (Rockwood Grade III)
Social
- Trace SOCSO eligibility for compensation and medical leave coverage
s. Follow Up
- Post-operative wound review and X-ray at 2 weeks
- Physiotherapy and rehabilitation — range of motion exercises, partial to full weight-bearing as tolerated post-femoral nailing
- Compliance with arm sling for right shoulder — reassess ACJ at 6 weeks post hook plate
- Neurovascular monitoring of both operative limbs post-surgery
- Follow up with General Surgery (TBI) and ENT (nasal bone fracture) as planned
- Occupational rehabilitation — SOCSO claim, return to work planning
DISCUSSION
Segmental Femur Fractures in High-Energy Trauma:
A segmental femur fracture is defined as two separate fracture lines producing a free-floating intermediate fragment of the femoral shaft. This is a high-energy injury pattern, classically seen in road traffic accidents. The femoral shaft has a rich blood supply and a fracture can result in 1,500–2,000 mL of blood loss into the thigh, risking hypovolaemic shock. Complications include fat embolism syndrome (FES), compartment syndrome, malunion, non-union, and neurovascular injury.
Management involves initial stabilisation with skeletal traction, followed by definitive surgical fixation. Retrograde intramedullary nailing is the preferred technique for distal femoral shaft and segmental fractures, providing axial stability, rotational control, and early mobilisation.
Acromioclavicular Joint (ACJ) Disruption — Rockwood Classification:
The Rockwood classification grades ACJ injuries from I–VI:
- Grade I: Sprain of ACJ ligament; X-ray normal
- Grade II: ACJ ligament tear; coracoclavicular (CC) ligaments intact; <50% displacement
- Grade III: Complete ACJ + CC ligament disruption; >100% displacement — this patient's grade
- Grade IV–VI: Severe, with posterior/inferior/superior displacement
Grade III ACJ disruption is treated surgically in young, active, or manual-labour patients (as in this case — factory worker). The clavicle hook plate maintains ACJ reduction by hooking under the acromion while the disrupted ligaments heal.
Fat Embolism Syndrome (FES):
FES is a serious complication of long bone fractures, especially femur fractures, where fat globules enter the systemic circulation causing pulmonary, cerebral, and skin manifestations. Classic triad: respiratory distress, neurological impairment, and petechial rash. Early hyperhydration, incentive spirometry, and monitoring are key preventive strategies.
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