AI Article Synopsis
- Lateral decubitus positioning is commonly used in orthopaedic surgeries for better access to the surgical site.
- This position can lead to potential complications in various areas, including eyes, muscles, nerves, and blood circulation.
- Orthopaedic surgeons need to recognize these risks to effectively prevent and address any issues that may occur during or after surgery.*
Article Abstract
» Lateral decubitus positioning is a nonanatomical position used for multiple orthopaedic procedures to obtain adequate surgical exposure.» Unique ophthalmologic, musculoskeletal, neurovascular, and hemodynamic complications may arise inadvertently from positioning.» Orthopaedic surgeons should be aware of the possible complications that may manifest from placing patients in the lateral decubitus position to adequately prevent and to properly manage them.
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