Investigation of the relationship of the number, localization, and displacement of rib fractures with intrathoracic structures and abdominal solid organ complications using computed tomography.
Izzet Selcuk ParlakMuhammed Said BeşlerPublished in: European journal of trauma and emergency surgery : official publication of the European Trauma Society (2020)
The presence of a displaced rib fracture is a strong predictor of intrathoracic complications. A more careful intrathoracic evaluation of rib fractures with more than 2 mm displacement will contribute to patient management.