Fat embolism syndrome occurs when fat enters the bloodstream and results in symptoms that generally begin within a day. These may include a petechial rash, a decreased level of consciousness, and shortness of breath, along with fever and decreased urine output. The risk of death is about ten percent.
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ICD-10 ChapterXIX: Injury, Poisoning and Certain Other Consequences of External Causes 2 Communicable or Non-communicable First Described Sources
1. Wikipedia: Fat embolism syndrome
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In 1861, Zenker first reported on the autopsy findings of fat droplets found in the lungs of a railway worker who died due to severe thoraco-abdominal crush injury.
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Other symptoms may include fever and decreased urine output.
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Other potential causes include pancreatitis, orthopedic surgery, bone marrow transplant, and liposuction.
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Other potential causes include pancreatitis, orthopedic surgery, bone marrow transplant, and liposuction.
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Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes
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