Abstract
Cardiac contusion is frequently seen after blunt chest trauma; it is often missed, and can cause serious complications. The incidence, features and outcome of cardiac contusion are described.
MeSH terms
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Contusions / diagnosis
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Contusions / etiology*
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Heart Injuries / diagnosis
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Heart Injuries / etiology*
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Humans
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Thoracic Injuries / complications*
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Wounds, Nonpenetrating / complications*