Is Traumatic Anterior Stove-In Chest Truly so Rare? A Single Institution Experience.

Courtney H MeyerEunice AworantiAdora SantosChristine CastaterZachary M BaumanKrystal Archer-ArroyoRichard SolaApril A GrantRandi N SmithJason D SciarrettaJonathan H Nguyen

Published in: The American surgeon (2023)

This study demonstrates successful operative management of 6 patients with ASIC and suggests that early operative intervention with ORIF for affected segments may improve respiratory mechanics, ability to wean from the ventilator, and overall survival. Further research is needed to generate standardized guidelines for the management of this uncommon and complex thoracic injury.

Keyphrases

randomized controlled trial
spinal cord
intensive care unit
mechanical ventilation