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Right-sided pneumothorax due to rib fracture

Case contributed by Sajoscha A. Sorrentino
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Patient presented with shortness of breath and right-sided chest pain after falling off a ladder.

Patient Data

Age: 55 years
Gender: Male

Right-sided pneumothorax and fracture of ribs 8-10.

Case Discussion

Right-sided pneumothorax and fracture of ribs 8-10.

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