Repair of pulmonary vein rupture after deceleration injury.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Injuries to the major pulmonary vessels are uncommon and are extremely difficult to manage. We report a case of an isolated pulmonary vein injury following a road traffic accident that was repaired successfully.
Medical subject headings
- Accidents, Traffic
- Pulmonary Veins
- Wounds, Nonpenetrating