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  • Pediatric Trauma Surgery
  • Thoracic Surgery
  • Critical Care Medicine

Background:

  • Flail chest is a rare complication of pediatric blunt chest trauma.
  • Optimal treatment strategies for pediatric flail chest remain undefined, unlike in adults where surgical fixation shows promise.

Observation:

  • Two pediatric cases of flail chest following blunt trauma are presented.
  • Infants' pliable thoraxes and smaller functional residual capacity necessitate mechanical ventilation.
  • Ventilator management protocols are not routinely recommended for pediatric flail chest.

Findings:

  • One patient experienced flail chest relapse post-extubation, requiring chest taping.
  • The other patient remained stable after decannulation.
  • Predicting flail chest recurrence in pediatric patients is challenging, even with successful initial treatment.

Implications:

  • A T-piece trial prior to extubation is recommended to assess readiness for spontaneous breathing.
  • Further research is needed to establish definitive treatment guidelines for pediatric flail chest.
  • Early identification and management of potential relapse are crucial for improved patient outcomes.