Successful Surgical Stabilization of Rib Fractures Despite Candida Colonization of the Mediastinum

Publication date: September 2018Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery, Volume 106, Issue 3Author(s): Tammy Ju, Lisbi Rivas, Babak SaraniPleural space or chest wall infection is a contraindication to surgical stabilization of rib fractures (SSRF) because of the risk of hardware infection. However, the exact degree of risk is uncertain. SSRF is associated with a decreased need for mechanical ventilation and pneumonia. This case report describes a patient with polytrauma and Candida colonization of the mediastinum who successfully underwent SSRF.
Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery - Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Source Type: research