Surgical Stabilization of Rib Fractures in a 6-Year-Old Child After Blunt Trauma.
case_report · Level V
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.athoracsur.2017.07.034.
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Abstract
When identified, rib fractures in children are associated with high-energy trauma, nonaccidental trauma, or both. Traditionally, the optimal management of rib fractures in children is supportive care. In this case report, we present a 6-year-old boy who underwent surgical rib fixation for multiple displaced and comminuted rib fractures after being stepped on by a horse.
Medical subject headings
- Fracture Fixation, Internal
- Fractures, Comminuted
- Rib Fractures
- Wounds, Nonpenetrating