Treatment tactics for chest injuries

Abstract

An analysis of the results of treatment of 214 patients with chest injury, of whom in 111 it was penetrating, showed that the most optimal is active expectant tactics and surgery according to absolute indications. Puncture of the pleural cavity and follow-up thoracocentesis were used in 29.5% of the wounded, and a cure was achieved. The X-ray method is of leading importance in diagnostics. The success of treatment also depends on the timely elimination of respiratory disorders, cessation of shock, blood loss.

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