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  • 1Orthopedist and Traumatologist of Fundação São Francisco Xavier/Hospital Márcio Cunha - Ipatinga, MG.

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This case report details an unusual segmental clavicle fracture alongside an ipsilateral rib fracture. Surgical intervention led to an excellent outcome, highlighting the importance of recognizing such complex fractures in trauma patients.

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  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Trauma Management
  • Radiology

Background:

  • Clavicle fractures are common, but segmental fractures are rare.
  • Ipsilateral rib fractures often accompany significant thoracic trauma.
  • Undiagnosed fractures can occur due to the complexity of polytrauma.

Observation:

  • A patient presented with a segmental fracture involving the diaphysis and lateral extremity of the clavicle.
  • The patient also sustained an ipsilateral rib fracture.
  • The injury pattern is considered unusual due to the combination and specific location of fractures.

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  • Surgical management of the segmental clavicle fracture was performed.
  • The patient achieved an excellent functional and radiological outcome post-surgery.
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  • Review of literature indicates varied management strategies for similar complex fractures.

    • Implications:

    • This case underscores the need for thorough evaluation in polytrauma patients, even for seemingly superficial injuries.
    • Early and accurate diagnosis of combined clavicle and rib fractures is crucial for optimal patient outcomes.
    • Surgical fixation may be a viable and effective treatment option for complex segmental clavicle fractures.