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[Surgical fixation in flail chest : a local first encouraging experience]
M Tonglet1, Q Desiron2, H Marechal3
1Service des Urgences, CHR Citadelle, Liège.
Revue Medicale De Liege
|April 7, 2017
Summary
A young woman with severe chest trauma, including hemopneumothorax and flail chest, underwent surgical rib fixation. This led to successful liberation from mechanical ventilation and intensive care unit discharge, suggesting a promising treatment approach.
Area of Science:
- Trauma Surgery
- Thoracic Surgery
- Critical Care Medicine
Background:
- Severe thoracic trauma, including hemopneumothorax and flail chest, presents significant management challenges.
- Mechanical ventilation is often required for patients with major chest injuries.