Incidence of surgical rib fixation at chest wall injury society collaborative centers and a guide for expected number of cases (CWIS-CC1)

ConclusionAnticipated rate of SSRF can be calculated based on number of rib fractures, AIS-Chest, and age. The disproportionate rate of SSRF in patients age 50 –69 with AIS-Chest 3 and age 50–79 with AIS-Chest >  3 should be further investigated, as lower frequency of SSRF in the other age ranges may lead to care inequalities.
Source: European Journal of Trauma and Emergency Surgery - Category: Emergency Medicine Source Type: research