Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: Sternal injuries are caused by two mechanisms: direct and indirect forces on the sternum. An indirect sternum fracture is usually caused by a forcible anteflexion of the spine. When a patient with back bruising complains of anterior chest pain, a sternal fracture should be considered in the differential diagnosis.
Source: Clinical Case Reports
DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.70233
Author: Toshiyuki Yamaguchi
Institution: Asama Nanroku Komoro Medical Center
Language: English
Subfield: Surgery
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $1,820
OpenAlex ID: W4407797415