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Glossary for Penetrating chest wound

  • Accident or injury conditions: Medical conditions caused by accidents or physical injuries.
  • Chest conditions: Any condition affecting the chest
  • Death: The cessation of life
  • Flail Chest: The separation of a portion of the rib cage from the rest of the chest wall - usually due to trauma. The severity of the condition varies depending on the extent of the damage.
  • Hemoptysis: A condition which is characterized by the coughing up of blood or blood stained sputum
  • Shortness of breath: The feeling of being short of breath

 

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