A 23-year-old man is involved in a 10-ft fall from a ladder. He complains of pelvic pain. On arrival, his heart rate is 120 beats/minute and his blood pressure is 90/65 mm Hg. On examination, he has ecchymoses of his buttocks.

X-rays identify pelvic fracture with a widened pubic symphysis. FAST examination is normal. *This patient case is from Docplexus Editorial Team for educative purpose only. Source: Case Files Critical Care