- Article
Rib Fractures: A Review of Presenting Factors, Associated Injuries and Outcomes at a Level 1 Trauma Facility
- Estelle Laney,
- Shumani Makhadi,
- Ekene Emmanuel Nweke,
- Nnenna Elebo and
- Maeyane Stephens Moeng
Background: Fractured ribs remain a significant cause of morbidity and are associated with severe injuries requiring several healthcare resources and may be associated with prolonged hospital stays that may require an ICU facility. In our facility, w...

