Cerebral Fat Embolism Syndrome Case Series

Abstract

Fat embolism is the presence of fat particles within the microcirculation, while FES is the systemic manifestation of fat emboli within the microcirculation. FES commonly presents with ards, altered mental status, and dermatological manifestations which occur commonly after traumatic long-bone fractures, though the incidence reported by varies studies range from 1%-33%. Here we discuss the two young patients presented with cerebral fat embolism syndrome. Cerebral FES may manifest from minimal changes in mentation to deep coma. Early suspicion in patients with no traumatic neuro parenchymal injury and MRI of brain will be helpful for the early diagnosis.