Hello,

My 19 y/o nephew was injured in motorcycle accident on May 17th. He was traveling at a very high rate of speed and was taken to a small hospital where he remained until Friday, May 22nd when he was discharged. He suffered multiple breaks and fracture to his right leg and ankle; which required 3 metal rods. He also suffered fractures and/or breaks to his 8 ribs, the collarbone and sacral. Thankfully he was wearing a helmet and has no head injuries.

My question relates to the sacral fracture which was explained as a bi-lateral fracture in the S1 & S2 segments. His doctor was more focused on his leg and glossed over this fracture as if it was nothing to be concerned about. I want to know how serious injuries such as this are and what the long term prognosis is. Also, I want to know what tests, if any should be ordered to evaluate the injury and any other questions that I should ask. He had a Pelvic CT scan but no digital rectal exam.

He has not had a bowel movement since May 17th but I'm told this normal with the trauma that his body experienced.

He was discharged with instructions to stand twice a day and sit upright for 1 hours per day; which he simply can't do b/c of the pain.

Sincerely,
Shannon