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Table 5 Treatment modalities of the associated injuries

From: Pattern and outcome of chest injuries at Bugando Medical Centre in Northwestern Tanzania

Treatment modality

Frequency

Percentage

Wound debridement

44

29.3

Closed reduction of factures

23

15.3

Open Reduction & Internal Fixation (ORIF)

6

4.0

Exploratory laparotomy

3

2.0

   - Spleenectomy

2

 

   - Repair of perforated bowels

1

 

Craniotomy + burr holes

12

8.0

Skull fracture elevation

3

2.0