Abstract
Traumatic rib fractures are common and are often associated with a hemothorax or pneumothorax. Rib fractures can also be a marker of severe trauma, and aortic transection is a well-described cause of death, particularly after a deceleration injury. However, direct aortic laceration by a fractured rib segment is extremely rare. We describe the late presentation of such a case and discuss the possible mechanism of injury.
MeSH terms
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Accidental Falls
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Aged, 80 and over
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Analgesics / therapeutic use
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Drainage / methods
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Emergency Service, Hospital
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Follow-Up Studies
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Hemothorax / diagnostic imaging
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Hemothorax / etiology*
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Hemothorax / surgery*
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Humans
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Male
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Radiography, Thoracic
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Rib Fractures / complications*
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Rib Fractures / diagnostic imaging
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Rib Fractures / drug therapy
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Risk Assessment
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Thoracic Arteries / injuries*
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Thoracotomy / methods
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Time Factors
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Treatment Outcome
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Vascular Surgical Procedures / methods