| Front | What is flail chest? |
|---|---|
| Back | This condition is when three or more ribs are fractured in two or more places, or if the sternum is fractured along with several ribs, and a segment of the chest wall may detach from the rest of the thoracic cage. This seriously interferes with the body's normal ventilation mechanics and must be addressed quickly. |
Tags: 27, chest, injuries
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