Distal Femoral Fractures and Knee Injuries in the Austere Environment

Distal femoral, knee and proximal tibial injuries are increasingly common in the developing world. This reflects the rising incidence of high-energy mechanisms such as road traffic accidents. However, people living in austere environments are also prone to soft tissue knee injuries which may require your attention. In this chapter, we will examine the presentations you are most likely to face in the austere environment.