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What is the definition or description of: fat embolism?
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Fat particles in lun: Fat particles break loose and go in lungs causing shortness of breath.
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Result of trauma: Usually result of a long bone e.G femur or tibia fibula fracture fat particle dislodges and travels to the lung.
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