Is the presence of a first rib fracture in patients with polytrauma an indicator of severe trauma? A retrospective study on associated injuries and clinical outcomes
Although FRFs do not independently increase mortality, they may be associated with vascular and neurological injuries, and are considered reliable indicators of severe trauma in polytrauma patients.
Authors
- Burak Hasgül
- Kadri Ceberut
Institutions
- Tokat Gaziosmanpaşa Üniversitesi (TR)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Pakistan Journal of Medical Sciences
- Published
- 2026-01-26
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.12669/pjms.42.2.12542
- Primary Topic
- Trauma Management and Diagnosis
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00