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   What is a fractured rib?

   • A fractured rib refers to a break in one of the bones of the rib cage or the cartilage that forms the rib cage. This condition is most commonly caused by a direct blow to the ribs, such as that resulting from a fall or car accident.

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   What causes rib fracture?

   • Mechanisms of injury – Rib fractures are common injuries that occur most often following direct blunt thoracic trauma but can also result from severe coughing, athletic activities (eg, rowing, swinging golf clubs), child abuse, and bone metastases. (See 'Mechanisms of injury' above.)

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   Can a rib fracture be a serious injury?

   • These fractures are sustained by patients as a result of more serious trauma. Associated injuries are unlikely to occur with isolated rib fractures or minor trauma. Intrathoracic injury, such as pneumothorax or pulmonary contusion, can occur in association with rib fractures at any level.

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   How is a rib fracture identified?

   • History unavailable — In patients with impaired consciousness (eg, victims of high-energy trauma) who are unable to localize pain to the chest wall, rib fractures are identified by careful examination of the chest wall and back as well as imaging.

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   Can a rib fracture be treated with surgical fixation?

   • Surgical fixation may be of benefit with some types of rib fractures, particularly those associated with chest wall deformity, flail chest, or symptomatic nonunion. The appropriate role of surgical fixation is discussed separately. (See "Inpatient management of traumatic rib fractures and flail chest in adults", section on 'Surgical management'.)

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   Which rib fractures are associated with hepatic injury?

   • • Fractures of ribs 9 through 12 may be associated with intra-abdominal injury. Right lower rib fractures may be associated with hepatic injury and left lower rib fractures with splenic injury. Fractures of the posterior portion of the lower ribs can be associated with kidney injury.

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2. www.nhsinform.scot › chest-and-rib-injuryChest and rib injury - NHS inform

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   21 hours ago · This information is for people who have sustained an injury to ribs or chest wall. Chest and rib injuries are common and can be caused by: a fall. a blow or impact to the chest or ribs. Most injuries can be safely managed at home without the need to see a healthcare professional. For most rib or chest injuries, you’ll not need an X-ray.

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   Oct 6, 2024 · Overview. Symptoms. Diagnosis. Treatment. Management. What is a rib fracture? A rib fracture is a crack or break in a rib. What else do I need to know about rib fractures? The most common cause is blunt trauma from a fall or car accident. Trauma can increase your risk for organ damage when your rib is fractured.

   • Flail chest occurs if 3 or more of your ribs are broken in 2 or more places. This condition may make it hard for you to breathe. Normally, when you...
   • 1. Chest wall pain that worsens when you breathe, move, or cough 2. Bruising or swelling near your injury 3. Shortness of breath or difficulty taki...
   • Your healthcare provider will ask about your injury and examine you. The provider will look for any signs of bleeding or bruising. He or she will a...
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   Sep 17, 2024 · Rib fractures are common injuries that occur most often following blunt thoracic trauma but can also result from severe coughing, athletic activities (eg, rowing, swinging golf clubs, throwing), and nonaccidental trauma (ie, child abuse).

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   6 days ago · A fractured rib refers to a break in one of the bones of the rib cage, or the break in the cartilage that forms the rib cage. Direct blow to the ribs, such as that resulting from a fall or car accident, is the most common reason for rib fractures.

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   Oct 6, 2024 · Closed fractures are when a bone breaks, but there is no break in the skin over the injury. There are several causes of closed fractures. Whether a fracture is treated conservatively or with surgery depends on the injury's severity, the patient's health and age, and the provider's preference.

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    Sep 23, 2024 · Flail chest is a traumatic chest injury defined as segmental fractures of 3 or more consecutive ribs and is often associated with pulmonary injuries such as hemothorax and pneumothorax. Diagnosis is made with radiographs of the chest.

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    5 days ago · Rib fractures are most common traumatic chest injury. They are mostly important for their associated morbidity including pneumothorax, hemothorax, lacerations of the liver or spleen, pneumonia or atelectasis from splinting.