Traumatic First Rib Fracture as Isolated Thoracic Injury, A Rare Presentation - Case Report
Journal: International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR) (Vol.6, No. 6)Publication Date: 2017-06-05
Authors : Dr Vijay Ahlawat; Dr Devender; Dr Vikas; Dr Pradeep Garg; Dr Rajesh Godara;
Page : 884-885
Keywords : first rib fracture; trauma; motor vehicle accident;
Abstract
Fracture of first rib following trauma is often associated with high morbidity and mortality and is considered hallmark of severe trauma.1 But traumatic first rib fracture without concomitant other regional injuries is very rare. This must involve other mechanisms in causation instead of direct traumatic force.
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