Ortho: If multiple can have intra-abdominal injury( liver and spleen laceration)
First three rib fx can be associated with mediastinal or aortic injury ( hemothorax, pulmonary contusion, pneumonia)

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If multiple can have intra-abdominal injury( liver and spleen laceration)  
First three rib fx can be associated with mediastinal or aortic injury ( hemothorax, pulmonary contusion, pneumonia)

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Rib Fracture associated injuries/complications?

Ortho

If multiple can have intra-abdominal injury( liver and spleen laceration) First three rib fx can be associated with mediastinal or aortic injury ( hemothorax, pulmonary contusion, pneumonia)

Rib Fracture associated injuries/complications?

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