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Revisión del 02:52 17 jul 2011
Background
- Free-floating segment of ribs that is no longer attached to rest of thorax
- Commonly associated w/ respiratory failure
Diagnosis
Treatment
- Consider intubation even if pt's breathing initially seems adequate