A meta-analysis and trial sequential analysis of randomised controlled trials comparing nonoperative and operative management of chest trauma with multiple rib fractures

A meta-analysis and trial sequential analysis of randomised controlled trials comparing nonoperative and operative management of chest trauma with multiple rib fractures

Abstract Background Operative treatment of traumatic rib fractures for better outcomes remains under debate. Surgical stabilization of rib fractures has dramatically increased in the last decade. This study aimed to perform a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials (RCTs)...

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Main Authors: Ryo Hisamune, Mako Kobayashi, Karin Nakasato, Taiga Yamazaki, Noritaka Ushio, Katsunori Mochizuki, Akira Takasu, Kazuma Yamakawa
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2024-03-01
Series:World Journal of Emergency Surgery
Subjects:
Chest trauma
Flail chest
Fracture stabilization
Rib fractures
Surgery fixation
Thoracic injury
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s13017-024-00540-z

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https://doi.org/10.1186/s13017-024-00540-z

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