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Can i get a fat embolism from a broken ankle?

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Possible, unlikely: Fat embolism can be life-threatening yet not that common. Anything is possible but it will be highly unlikely that a broken ankle lead to fat embolism.

Answered 12/24/2013

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Dr. Thomas Inwood answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Embolism: Fat embolism come from long bone fractures.

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