Rib fractures and other injuries after cardiopulmonary resuscitation for non-traumatic cardiac arrest: a systematic review and meta-analysis

ConclusionRib fractures and other injuries frequently occur in patients who undergo CPR after a non-traumatic cardiopulmonary arrest, especially when mechanical CPR is administered. Surgical stabilization of CPR-related rib fractures remains relatively uncommon.Level of evidenceLevel III, systematic review and meta-analysis.

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Source: European Journal of Trauma and Emergency Surgery - January 11, 2024 Category: Emergency Medicine Source Type: research