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  • 1Division of Trauma Surgery, University Hospital Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland. marius.keel@usz.ch

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This review highlights advancements in diagnosing and treating chest injuries. Modern techniques like computed tomography and minimally invasive procedures significantly improve outcomes for thoracic trauma patients.

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  • Trauma Surgery
  • Thoracic Medicine
  • Diagnostic Imaging

Background:

  • Chest injuries encompass a range of traumatic conditions affecting the thoracic region.
  • Prompt and accurate diagnosis is crucial for effective management and improved patient outcomes.
  • Traditional diagnostic methods have limitations in detecting subtle injuries.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review recent advancements in the significance, diagnosis, and treatment of various chest injuries.
  • To highlight the impact of new technologies and therapeutic strategies on patient outcomes.
  • To provide an updated overview of current management protocols for thoracic trauma.

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  • Literature review of recent studies on chest injury diagnosis and treatment.

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  • Analysis of diagnostic accuracy using computed tomography versus chest X-ray.
  • Evaluation of outcomes associated with novel treatment modalities, including minimally invasive techniques and extracorporeal support.

    • Main Results:

    • Computed tomography (CT) enhances detection of occult pneumothoraces and hemothoraces, and is superior to chest X-ray for identifying lung contusions.
    • Age and Injury Severity Score are risk factors for pneumonia and mortality in rib fracture patients.
    • Minimally invasive techniques (endovascular repair, thoracoscopic surgery) and extracorporeal therapies (ECMO) reduce mortality and morbidity.
    • Elevated troponin levels correlate with injury severity, not direct chest impact.
    • Mortality for penetrating cardiac injuries remains high, particularly for gunshot wounds.

    Conclusions:

    • Multislice CT enables faster, more detailed diagnosis of thoracic injuries.
    • Modern management of chest trauma is complex, integrating minimally invasive approaches and advanced lung support.
    • While new techniques improve outcomes, emergency thoracotomy remains vital for critical, life-saving interventions.