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Bilateral complicated crown fractures secondary to chin injury: a case report
Alissa N Dragstedt1, Robert Mixon, Gideon Holan
1Department of Pediatric Dentistry, University of Florida College of Dentistry, Gainesville, FL 32610-0426, USA.
Abstract:
Traumatic injuries to the chin are not uncommon in children. Nevertheless, crown fractures, which are common sequelae to this type of injury, might be overlooked, especially if dental care is not sought immediately after a visit to a non-dental facility. The present case report reviews the delayed diagnosis and treatment outcome of a bilateral posterior complicated crown fracture affecting mandibular second primary molars in a young child. Pharmacologic and orthodontic considerations are also discussed in the paper.
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01:24Flail Chest-I
Flail chest is a severe and potentially life-threatening condition characterized by the fracture of three or more adjacent ribs in multiple places. It is most commonly caused by direct impacts and trauma, such as motor vehicle accidents or injuries from a steering wheel impact. It can also occur due to falls in elderly individuals with osteoporosis, or assaults involving sharp objects.
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The pathophysiology of flail chest is complex, involving fractures of...