“The armor phenomenon” in obese patients with penetrating thoracoabdominal injuries: A systematic review and meta-analysis
CONCLUSION
The “armor phenomenon” does not truly protect obese patients, a population that experiences increased morbidity and mortality following penetrating thoracoabdominal injuries.
LEVEL OF EVIDENCE
Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis; Level IV.
Source: The Journal of Trauma: Injury, Infection, and Critical Care - Category: Orthopaedics Tags: INDEPENDENT SUBMISSION Source Type: research
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