Chest Trauma, Penetrating
Basics
Basics
Basics
Description
Description
- Injuries which puncture the thoracic cavity
- Must be identified and addressed promptly
- If not corrected, can rapidly lead to shock and death
Etiology
Etiology
There are numerous causes, including:- Gunshot wounds
- Stab wounds
- Accidental impalements
- Blunt trauma leading to compound rib fractures
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