[Surgical management of multiple rib fractures: a case report of rib stapler]

Kyobu Geka. 1992 Apr;45(4):316-8.
[Article in Japanese]

Abstract

A 66-year-old woman with multiple rib fractures was successfully treated with the use of Rib Staplers (Judet's struts made of titanium). Rib Staplers are effective for the stabilization of fractured ribs even if fracture lines are oblique.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Rib Fractures / surgery*
  • Surgical Staplers*