- P R Bacilla: Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of South Alabama Medical Center, Mobile.
Urologic injuries occur in 10% of pelvic fractures and hip sepsis is a rare complication. The symptoms of a septic hip are often not as dramatic when found in the setting of an acute pelvic fracture and may be overlooked. A case is presented with a review of the literature. Early recognition and aggressive surgical debridement are important to prevent the long-term sequelae of septic arthritis.