Commonest dangerous complication of posterior dislocation of knee is –
Correct Answer: Popliteal artery injury
Description: Dislocation of the knee
This rare injury results from severe violence to the knee so that all of its supporting ligaments are torn.
It is a major damage to the joint, and is often associated with injury to the popliteal artery.
Treatment is by reduction followed by immobilization in a cylinder cast.
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