An Unusual Case of Large and Mixed Fracture Blisters: How to Manage?

Abstract

Fracture blisters are an uncommon complication that accompany high energy trauma. They are defined as tense vesicles overlying a fracture. Occurrence of these lesions alters and delays surgical management with higher risk of infection. Hence, most orthopedic surgeons recommend prompt stabilization of the fractures to reduce the of bullae formation. The authors describe an unusual case report of extensive fracture blisters and review of literature.