Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Flail Chest-II01:26

Flail Chest-II

493
Managing flail chest, a condition characterized by a segment of the chest wall moving independently from the rest of the thoracic cage, requires a comprehensive approach. It includes a thorough assessment of the patient's condition, a diagnostic evaluation to determine the extent of the injury, and the implementation of appropriate medical interventions tailored to the individual's needs.
Assessment:
1. Clinical Evaluation:
History:
493

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Clinical implementation of 3D deep learning techniques in predicting touch-up lesions for atrial fibrillation patients undergoing cryoablation.

International journal of cardiology. Heart & vasculature·2026
Same author

The distinct seasonal attack patterns of childhood atopic dermatitis are associated with various climatic factors.

Annals of allergy, asthma & immunology : official publication of the American College of Allergy, Asthma, & Immunology·2025
Same author

Referral criteria for occupational musculo-skeletal diseases: analysis of 7-year (2012-2018) NODIS data.

Journal of occupational medicine and toxicology (London, England)·2025
Same author

Medical accessibility and underreporting of occupational diseases: effect of travel distance and travel time.

Frontiers in rehabilitation sciences·2025
Same author

Taiwan population-based epigenetic clocks and their application to long-term air pollution exposure.

Environmental research·2025
Same author

Impact of Large Thyroid Nodules (≥4 cm) on Surgical Outcomes Following Endoscopic Thyroidectomy Through the Bilateral Axillo-Breast Approach.

Surgical laparoscopy, endoscopy & percutaneous techniques·2025
Same journal

Emergency Surgical Cricothyrotomy Videos Online: Reliability and Training Quality Evaluation.

The Journal of surgical research·2026
Same journal

Management of Concomitant Traumatic Abdominal Vascular and Gastrointestinal Injuries: A Descriptive Study.

The Journal of surgical research·2026
Same journal

Article Processing Charges in General Surgery Journals: Implications for Equitable Publishing Access in Low-Income and Middle-Income Countries.

The Journal of surgical research·2026
Same journal

Association of Distal Internal Carotid Artery Tortuosity With Carotid Artery Stenting Outcomes.

The Journal of surgical research·2026
Same journal

Appendectomy and Subsequent Type 2 Diabetes - A National Cohort study.

The Journal of surgical research·2026
Same journal

Perceptions and Barriers to Intraoperative Non-technical Skills Feedback in General Surgery: A Mixed-Methods Study.

The Journal of surgical research·2026
See all related articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Jan 9, 2026

Preparation, Procedures and Evaluation of Platelet-Rich Plasma Injection in the Treatment of Knee Osteoarthritis
14:38

Preparation, Procedures and Evaluation of Platelet-Rich Plasma Injection in the Treatment of Knee Osteoarthritis

Published on: January 4, 2019

19.2K

Local Injection of Hyaluronic Acid With Platelet-Rich Plasma for Partially Displaced Rib Fractures.

Lung-Yun Kang1, Yi-Hua Hu2, Kai-Hung Ho2

  • 1Division of Trauma, Department of Emergency, Kaohsiung-Veterans General Hospital, Kaohsiung, Taiwan; Division of General Surgery, Department of Surgery, Kaohsiung-Veterans General Hospital, Kaohsiung, Taiwan; Center of General Education, Shu-Zen Junior College of Medicine and Management, Kaohsiung, Taiwan.

The Journal of Surgical Research
|December 4, 2025
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

Local injection with hyaluronic acid and platelet-rich plasma (HAPRP) reduced pain and complications for patients with rib fractures. This innovative treatment offers a promising alternative for managing blunt chest trauma.

Keywords:
Blunt chest traumaHyaluronic acid mixed with platelet-rich plasmaMultiple bicortical nondisplaced rib fracture

More Related Videos

Clinical Protocol of Producing Adipose Tissue-Derived Stromal Vascular Fraction for Potential Cartilage Regeneration
14:49

Clinical Protocol of Producing Adipose Tissue-Derived Stromal Vascular Fraction for Potential Cartilage Regeneration

Published on: September 29, 2018

42.4K
Minimally Invasive Treatment for Thoracolumbar Burst Fracture Using Sagittal Alignment Screws and A Trauma Reduction Device
04:19

Minimally Invasive Treatment for Thoracolumbar Burst Fracture Using Sagittal Alignment Screws and A Trauma Reduction Device

Published on: November 8, 2024

1.1K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Jan 9, 2026

Preparation, Procedures and Evaluation of Platelet-Rich Plasma Injection in the Treatment of Knee Osteoarthritis
14:38

Preparation, Procedures and Evaluation of Platelet-Rich Plasma Injection in the Treatment of Knee Osteoarthritis

Published on: January 4, 2019

19.2K
Clinical Protocol of Producing Adipose Tissue-Derived Stromal Vascular Fraction for Potential Cartilage Regeneration
14:49

Clinical Protocol of Producing Adipose Tissue-Derived Stromal Vascular Fraction for Potential Cartilage Regeneration

Published on: September 29, 2018

42.4K
Minimally Invasive Treatment for Thoracolumbar Burst Fracture Using Sagittal Alignment Screws and A Trauma Reduction Device
04:19

Minimally Invasive Treatment for Thoracolumbar Burst Fracture Using Sagittal Alignment Screws and A Trauma Reduction Device

Published on: November 8, 2024

1.1K

Area of Science:

  • Orthopedics
  • Trauma Surgery
  • Regenerative Medicine

Background:

  • Nonsurgical management is standard for non-displaced bicortical rib fractures.
  • These fractures often cause severe pain and complications like pneumothorax and hemothorax.
  • The effectiveness of hyaluronic acid and platelet-rich plasma (HAPRP) injections for these fractures is not well-established.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy and safety of local HAPRP injections for managing multiple bicortical partially displaced rib fractures.
  • To compare HAPRP treatment with standard care in patients with blunt chest trauma.

Main Methods:

  • A study involving 56 patients with blunt chest trauma and rib fractures was conducted.
  • 18 patients received local HAPRP injections (group 1), while 38 received standard care (group 2).
  • Data collected included analgesic use, hospital stay duration, and complication rates.

Main Results:

  • Group 1 showed significantly lower requirements for oral opiates and NSAIDs compared to group 2.
  • The complication rate was significantly lower in the HAPRP group (22.2% vs. 55.3%).
  • Patients receiving HAPRP had a significantly shorter hospital stay (9.0 vs. 11.0 days).

Conclusions:

  • Local HAPRP injection appears beneficial for partially displaced bicortical rib fractures from blunt chest trauma.
  • HAPRP treatment was associated with reduced analgesic needs, fewer complications, and shorter hospital stays.
  • This suggests HAPRP is a potentially effective treatment option for managing rib fractures.