Penetrating pulmonary injury caused by a steel rod

Penetrating thoracic injuries by metallic rod are relatively rare. Here, we present the case of a stable patient with penetrating thoracic trauma where a careful radiological assessment helped us to perform a correct surgical management. Key messageIn stable patients with penetrating thoracic trauma, a careful radiological assessment should be taken into account for a correct surgical management.

Source: Respirology Case Reports - August 17, 2020 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Dario Amore, Emanuele Muto, Dino Casazza, Marcellino Cicalese, Marco Rispoli, Carlo Curcio Tags: Clinical Image Source Type: research