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(S22.5) Flail chest
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4 547 981 in individuals diagnosis flail chest confirmed
Diagnosis flail chest is diagnosed Men are 21.90% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis flail chest
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis flail chest
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease flail chest - Men aged 55-59 and Women aged 80-84
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
in in men, the disease manifests at any agein in women, the disease manifests at any age
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
Disease Features flail chest
Absence or low individual and public risk
Flail chest - what does this mean
Flail chest is a serious chest injury resulting from multiple rib fractures that cause a section of the chest wall to become detached from the rest of the chest, causing it to move independently with each breath. this can lead to significant breathing difficulties, as well as other complications such as pneumothorax and hemothorax.
What happens during the disease - flail chest
Flail chest is a type of chest wall injury that occurs when multiple ribs are broken in multiple places. the broken ribs cause the chest wall to become unstable and unable to provide adequate support for the lungs and other organs in the chest cavity. this instability leads to decreased lung function, decreased chest wall compliance, and increased risk of infection. the resulting trauma can cause severe pain, difficulty breathing, and even death if left untreated.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical exam to assess the severity of the injury
- Chest X-ray to assess the extent of the injury
- Pulmonary function tests to evaluate the function of the lungs
- Electrocardiogram (ECG) to check for any cardiac abnormalities
- CT scan to evaluate the extent of the injury
- Blood tests to check for any infections
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: Treating Flail Chest
- Administer pain medication.
- Provide breathing assistance with a ventilator.
- Monitor breathing, heart rate, and other vital signs.
- Provide oxygen therapy.
- Administer antibiotics to prevent infection.
- Perform chest tube insertion to remove air or fluid from the chest.
- Perform chest wall stabilization with a splint or chest tube.
- Perform chest X-rays to monitor the healing process.
- Provide physical therapy to improve breathing and chest wall mobility.
- Monitor for complications such as pneumonia or respiratory failure.
17 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Flail chest - Prevention
Flail chest is a serious condition that can be prevented by avoiding activities that may cause blunt force trauma to the chest, such as contact sports, falls, and motor vehicle collisions. wearing protective gear, such as a helmet or chest protector, may also help reduce the risk of flail chest. additionally, receiving prompt medical care for any chest injuries can help reduce the risk of developing flail chest.