Damage control for thoracic trauma combines definitive and temporary surgical gestures specifically adapted to the lesions present. A systematic assessment of all injuries to prioritize the specific lesions and their… Click to show full abstract
Damage control for thoracic trauma combines definitive and temporary surgical gestures specifically adapted to the lesions present. A systematic assessment of all injuries to prioritize the specific lesions and their treatments constitutes the first operative stage. Packing and temporary closure have a place in the care of chest injuries.
               
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