title: Management of severe chest injuries.
abstract: Anoxia and haemorrhage are the causes of early death in patients with severe chest injuries. Early recognition with prompt resuscitation is the cornerstone of their management. Intensive care and a cohesive multidisciplinary approach to patients with associated multiple injuries are important.
authors.affiliation: Bristol Royal Infirmary.
authors.forename: J P
authors.initials: JP
authors.lastname: Dhasmana
mesh_terms: D006470:Hemorrhage / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy; D006801:Humans; D000860:Hypoxia / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy; D011859:Radiography; D013898:Thoracic Injuries / Q000150:complications / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000628:therapy*