Atlas and epitome of traumatic fractures and dislocations . no deformity isapparent. The third rib was broken only in the axillary line andshows good union. Fig. 1 a.—Horizontal section of the fourth rib (axillary) of the samepreparation, showing the displacement and firm union. Fig. 2.—Recently united fracture of the ribs without displacement,shown in horizontal section. Callus-formation is well shown. portion of the lung, during both inspiration and expira-tion, and spreads from there in all directions. Unlessthe cutaneous emphysema is universal and becomes dan-gerous by reason of its extent
Atlas and epitome of traumatic fractures and dislocations . no deformity isapparent. The third rib was broken only in the axillary line andshows good union. Fig. 1 a.—Horizontal section of the fourth rib (axillary) of the samepreparation, showing the displacement and firm union. Fig. 2.—Recently united fracture of the ribs without displacement,shown in horizontal section. Callus-formation is well shown. portion of the lung, during both inspiration and expira-tion, and spreads from there in all directions. Unlessthe cutaneous emphysema is universal and becomes dan-gerous by reason of its extent, it is not a serious a rule, it disappears by absorption within a few may require aspiration. Treatment.—Complications must be treated as theyarise. Tlie region of the fracture is supported with stripsof adhesive plaster. Bony union takes place, usuallywithout marked displacement, and in almost every casewith only temporary disability. After a fracture of theupper ribs the carrying of heavy burdens on the shoulder
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