Review Article

Rib Fractures: New Trend and Techniques in Fixation

Rib Fractures

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Rib Fracture Flail chest Ribs thoracic injuries

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Dehghan N. Rib Fractures: New Trend and Techniques in Fixation. J Orthop Spine Trauma. 2023;9(1):23-5.