| Literature DB >> 9132187 |
Abstract
A case is presented which is thought to be the first described example of rib fracture occurring as a result of airbag inflation. It would appear that the propellant cartridge came loose during deployment to form a missile, striking the patient on his chest and fracturing a rib.Entities:
Mesh:
Year: 1997 PMID: 9132187 PMCID: PMC1342885 DOI: 10.1136/emj.14.2.113
Source DB: PubMed Journal: J Accid Emerg Med ISSN: 1351-0622