Blunt myocardial disruption: report of an unusual case and literature review.
Blunt cardiac injury is frequently noted among trauma patients. They may demonstrate few signs and symptoms or may be in profound shock. A unique case of left ventricular disruption in a young soldier who sustained blunt torso trauma is reported. A paucity of clinical findings led to a delay in diagnosis. He ultimately underwent successful repair 12 days after injury.
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Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Gundersen Clinic/La Crosse Lutheran Hospital, Wisconsin.
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D000328:Adult; D003288:Contusions / Q000150:complications*; D006335:Heart Injuries / Q000150:complications*; D006341:Heart Rupture / Q000209:etiology*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D014949:Wounds, Nonpenetrating / Q000150:complications*