Abstract
This study was undertaken to assess the accuracy of clinical examination in predicting significant injury following blunt chest trauma and to determine whether more selective use of frontal chest radiography could be achieved.
MeSH terms
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Adolescent
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Adult
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Aged
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Aged, 80 and over
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Female
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Humans
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Male
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Middle Aged
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Prospective Studies
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Radiography
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Thoracic Injuries / diagnosis*
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Thoracic Injuries / diagnostic imaging
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Wounds, Nonpenetrating / diagnosis*
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Wounds, Nonpenetrating / diagnostic imaging