Fat embolism syndrome causes

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Feham Tariq, MD [2]

Overview

The causes of fat embolism syndrome can be divided into trauma and non-trauma related.

Causes of fat embolism syndrome
Trauma-related causes
Orthopedic causes	Non-orthopedic causes
Long bone fractures (especially femur) Fractures of the other marrow containing bones Intraosseous infusion or access Orthopedic procedures Pelvic fractures	Burns Chest compressions with or without rib fracture Bone marrow harvesting and transplant Fat grafting Liposuction Soft tissue injury