Presentation
High speed RTA. Sternal pain. Fracture?
Patient Data
Age: 30 years
Gender: Male
From the case:
Sternal fracture
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Minimally displaced fracture of the upper third of the body of sternum with associated soft tissue swelling.
Case Discussion
Sternal fractures typically occur following high impact injuries, such as an RTA.
This is a significant injury as it may be associated with mediastinal or cardiac complications.