Penetrating cardiac injuries of the left ventricle – a case series and review of literature
The increased frequency of GSWs and stab wounds causing PCIs underscores the importance of a high index of suspicion supported by clinical findings and basic imaging to enable rapid surgical intervention. This expeditious approach could potentially improve mortality rates. Further research with larger, well-designed studies is crucial to refine our understanding of PCI management and improve outcomes.
Authors
- Devorah Wineberg (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2981-0982)
- Anna Kerola (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2414-2260)
- Rudo Pswarayi (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7355-1290)
Institutions
- University of Helsinki (FI)
- University of the Witwatersrand (ZA)
- Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital (ZA)
- Helsinki University Hospital (FI)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Annals of Medicine and Surgery
- Published
- 2025-05-29
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1097/ms9.0000000000003402
- Primary Topic
- Trauma Management and Diagnosis
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00