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The first rib is rarely fractured because of its protected position behind the clavicle (collarbone). However, if it is broken serious damage can occur to the brachial plexus of nerves and the subclavian vessels. Fractures of the first and second ribs may be more likely to be associated with head and facial injuries than other rib fractures.[1]The middle ribs are the ones most commonly fractured. Fractures usually occur from direct blows or from indirect crushing injuries.
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∙ 14y agoThe ribcage encloses and protects the heart and lungs, therefore a broken, splintered or cracked rib could theoretically pierce either the heart or the lungs.
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What is a type of fracture in which the bone has injured another organ such as a broken rib piercing a lung?
complicated
Which fracture is the most dangerous type of break in a bone?
Fracture to the Hip Joint causing fracture to the femur can eventually lead to death or fracture to the cranium causing traumatic cephalohydrocele.
What are the indications of inter coastal drainage?
pneumothorax tension pnemothorax spontaneous pnemothorax haemopnemothorax rib fracture emphyma
Does a broken rib lead to breathing problems?
Normally a broken rib does not impede breathing, but it is possible for the rib to puncture a lung, in which case it does cause a serious problem.
How do you deal with a simple fracture?
It depends on the bone that was fractured. Treatment for simple closed non-displaced long bone fractures would be immobilisation. Simple fracture of the frontal bone of the skull touching the frontal sinuses would include preventive antibiotics. Simple fracture of a rib would be treated with pain medication. Simple fracture of a vertebra would require a corset. So there is no on single correct answer.
How long will it take a rib fracture to allow you to be active again?
It depends on the person and the magnitude of the rib fracture, meaning it can vary from around three days to never.
What is the fracture of lead?
Lead is malleable, not exhibiting fracture.
What fracture is most common in the elderly?
Hip fractures are high the older you get.
What is the treatment for torn cartilage in the rib area?
There is no such medical condition as a torn cartilage in the rib area. If you have had injury, you can get a fracture of ribs or just bruising from trauma
What is a type of fracture in which the bone has injured another organ such as a broken rib piercing a lung?
complicated
Is it a cracked rib if a deep cough causes sharp pain in lower left back where bruise was inflicted by a fall?
A rib fracture is a crack or break in one of the bones of the rib cage. A break in the thick tissue (cartilage) that connects the ribs to the breastbone may also be called a fractured rib, even if the bone itself is not broken. The most common cause of a fractured rib is a direct blow to the chest, often from a car accident or a fall. Coughing hard can also fracture a rib. This is more likely to happen if you have a disease that has made your bones weak, such as osteoporosis or cancer. It is important to see a doctor after a rib injury. A blow that is hard enough to fracture a rib could also injure your lungs, spleen, blood vessels, or other parts of your body.
What does tracer uptake in the right ninth rib mean?
it may mean that you have a lesion in the rib perhaps due to injury or fracture, could be benign or otherwise. Consult a neurosurgeon and discuss.
Which fracture is the most dangerous type of break in a bone?
Fracture to the Hip Joint causing fracture to the femur can eventually lead to death or fracture to the cranium causing traumatic cephalohydrocele.
What are the indications of inter coastal drainage?
pneumothorax tension pnemothorax spontaneous pnemothorax haemopnemothorax rib fracture emphyma
What is a rib series?
This is an x-ray series designed to image the ribs, usually in order to ascertain if there is a fracture present, or not.
Does a broken rib lead to breathing problems?
Normally a broken rib does not impede breathing, but it is possible for the rib to puncture a lung, in which case it does cause a serious problem.
Should you go to the hospital if rib cage pain has lasted for more than a week?
You should have an appointment with your doctor if the pain in your ribs is continuous, prolonged, and unexplained. Rib cage pain could be caused by a number of things such as a fracture or even a broken rib.
