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Review
. 1989 Oct;42(4):304-6, 308, 310-1.

Fat embolism syndrome

J P Van Besouw  1 , C J Hinds
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  • PMID: 2679950
Review

Fat embolism syndrome

J P Van Besouw et al. Br J Hosp Med. 1989 Oct.

Abstract

Although first reported in 1862, the fat embolism syndrome continues to arouse controversy. Current views on its pathophysiology, diagnosis, treatment and prophylaxis are reviewed here.

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