Predictors of mortality in patients with rib fractures

ConclusionsIncreased mortality in patients with rib fractures starts at 65  years of age without a further increase until age ≥ 80. NRF does not predict increased mortality independent of age. Severe TBI is the most common cause of death in patients 16–75 years, as opposed to respiratory complications in patients 80 years-old or greater.
Source: European Journal of Trauma and Emergency Surgery - Category: Emergency Medicine Source Type: research