Rib fractures

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Anteroposterior CXR multiple left-sided rib fractures with chest tube in place

From the collection of Dr Paul Novakovich; used with permission

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CT showing right anterolateral rib fracture

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CT showing left posterior segmental rib fracture

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CT scan showing bilateral posterior rib fractures

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CXR showing multiple posterior left-sided rib fractures

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CXR showing right first rib fracture

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CT scan showing large left-sided pneumothorax

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CXR depicting the same pneumothorax as shown on CT

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Insertion of intercostal drain, open technique: animated demonstration
How to insert an intercostal (chest) drain using the open technique. Video demonstrates: tube selection, how to identify the site for drain insertion, how to make the correct incision, how to insert the intercostal drain, how to secure the drain, and postprocedure care.

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