BookMarc de Moya, John Mayberry, editors.
Summary: This text fills the educational gap for those trauma, orthopedic, and thoracic surgeons interested in learning the cutting edge evidence-based approaches to treatment of rib fractures. Although there has been ever increasing levels of interest and experience nationally there are many questions which remain. This text will provides not only the theoretical background for improving outcomes in those with rib fractures but also serve as a practical guide to those interested in starting new programs. The text includes tips and tricks that can be used in the operating room, or at the bedside to improve patient care. Therefore, the focus will be on a comprehensive review but also including tips and tricks from the most experienced surgeons around the country who are performing internal fixation for rib fractures. Rib Fracture Management .
Contents:
History of Rib Fracture Management
Chest Wall Anatomy
Pathophysiology of Rib Fractures and Lung Contusion
Scoring Systems of Blunt Thoracic Trauma and Rib Fractures
Medical Management of Rib Fractures
Lung Contusion Management: Invasive and Noninvasive
Rib Fracture and Lung Contusion: Impact on Pulmonary Function Tests
Indications for Rib Fixation
Slipping Rib Syndrome and Other Causes of Chest Wall Pain
Rib Fracture Management Algorithm for the Traumatically Injured, Non-intubated Patient
Non-Union
Operative Techniques
Review of Currently Available Tools of the Trade
Postoperative Complications After Rib Fracture Repair
Billing and Coding
Future Directions.