1. Delayed Sequelae of Thoracic Trauma
- Author
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John Parker Gott and Panagiotis N. Symbas
- Subjects
Pediatrics ,medicine.medical_specialty ,Time Factors ,Thoracic Injuries ,business.industry ,Diagnostic test ,Wounds, Penetrating ,Wounds, Nonpenetrating ,Wounds nonpenetrating ,Surgery ,Humans ,Medicine ,business ,Thoracic trauma - Abstract
A high index of suspicion of the presence of post-traumatic residual sequelae usually leads to early diagnosis of these lesions. The type and site of the traumatic impact and the presenting symptoms and signs frequently suggest the type of problem. The use of the appropriate diagnostic tests and the institution of suitable therapy will protect the patients from more serious subsequent complications and frequently will result in the restoration of their health to its preinjury status.
- Published
- 1989
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