Synopsis The study shows that Early Surgical Stabilization of Rib Fractures (SSRF) was accomplished using less operative time results in favorable outcomes. The present study aims to hypothesize that demographic, radiologic and clinical variables are associated with time to surgery and shorter time to SSRF improves acute outcomes . This week’s “MED FACT” discusses a clinical trial from the Journal of Trauma and Acute Care Surgery, “ A multicenter evaluation of the optimal timing of surgical stabilization of rib fractures” . Jan 2018. Authors : Fredric M.
Pieracci, Julia Coleman, Francis Ali-Osman et. al. Key Takeaways: Early SSRF is associated with shorter operative time and improved pulmonary outcomes. Objective: To identify variables associated with time to SSRF and evaluate the relationship between the timing of SSRF and acute outcomes. Study Type: Retrospective study …
