Table 2 Table demonstrating the distribution of open fractures by location
Limb Site | Bone | Number of cases (N) | Incidence |
|---|---|---|---|
Proximal (Proximal to elbow/stifle) N = 21 26.2% | Femur | 13 | 16.2% |
Humerus | 8 | 10% | |
Middle (Proximal to carpus/tarsus but distal to stifle/elbow) N = 47 58.8% | Tibia & Fibula | 27 | 33.8% |
Radius & Ulna | 20 | 25.0% | |
Distal (At the level of the tarsus/carpus and distally) N = 8 10% | Metabone | 5 | 6.2% |
Other | 3 | 3.8% | |
Multiple Limbs | 4 | 5% | |