An exception to every rule; high velocity impact not always required for bilateral 1st rib fractures. (July 2022)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Kutywayo, Kudzayi H; Thekkudan, Joyce; Tyson, Nathan; Chowdhry, Mohammed F
• Is Part Of: Trauma. Volume 24:Number 3(2022)
• Page Start: 267
• Page End: 268
• Publication Date: 2022-07
• Subjects: 1st rib -- bilateral -- low velocity; Traumatology -- Periodicals; Disaster medicine -- Periodicals; Wounds and injuries -- Periodicals; Electronic journals; 617.1
• DOI: 10.1177/14604086211045363
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1460-4086

Abstract

Introduction: First rib fractures are commonly reported in high velocity trauma. The neuromuscular sequelae that can ensue, not the physical disruption of the rib, necessitate thorough evaluation for such injuries. Methods: We describe a case of a patient who sustained bilateral rib fractures following low-energy trauma.