胸部外傷 (血気胸) を伴った四肢骨折に対する整形外科治療の問題点

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We report on orthopedic therapy required for fractures of extremities in patients with associated chest trauma. Subjects ranged in age from 6 to 88 years with a mean of 46 years. 61 were male and 97 were female. Fourteen cases required chest dyinage to be inserted indicating that care must be taken to check for hemorrhage even in cases with simple rib fractures. Hemorrhage from the arainagd site became maximum two days after insertion. Surgical treatment of the fractures must be avolded for even days following insertion of the chest drain.