Presentation
Head on collision. ETT and ICC inserted by emergency services. Pulse, BP stable before transfer to radiology.
Patient Data
Age: 50 years
Gender: Male
From the case:
Ruptured left hemidiaphragm
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ETT and left ICC noted. Extensive left sided opacity. Loss of normal left hemidiaphragm silhouette.
From the case:
Ruptured left hemidiaphragm
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Left diaphragmatic rupture with herniation of abdominal contents into the thoracic cavity. Left pneumothorax and partial left lung collapse.
Case Discussion
Chest trauma following a road traffic accident with respiratory compromise and significant intra-thoracic injury.
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