Despite modern treatment, the patient-reported outcomes of lower limb long bone shaft fractures do not return to normal at one year. Patients with delayed union or nonunion can expect poorer outcomes.
The co-ordination of the interdisciplinary care of the multi trauma patient by the Trauma Service staff has promoted a collaborative approach to the management of the multiply injured patient.
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