Fractured rib, pleural effusion, and ascites

An unusual case involving a woman diagnosed with endometriosis as well as osteopenia is discussed. The woman visited the doctor after experiencing a sudden pain on the left side of her chest as a result of a broken rib.

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Published in:The Lancet (British edition) 1998-08, Vol.352 (9125), p.366-366
Main Authors: Thomas, Siwan, Booth, Jonathan CL, Levine, Tanya, Regan, Lesley, Summerfield, John A
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Adult
Ascites - diagnosis
Biological and medical sciences
Bone Diseases, Metabolic - diagnosis
Case studies
Cicatrix - diagnosis
Disease
Endometriosis - diagnosis
Female
Fractures, Spontaneous - diagnosis
Humans
Injuries of the thorax. Foreign bodies. Diseases due to physical agents
Medical diagnosis
Medical sciences
Ovarian Cysts - diagnosis
Peritoneal Diseases - diagnosis
Pleural Effusion - diagnosis
Rib Fractures - diagnosis
Tissue Adhesions - diagnosis
Traumas. Diseases due to physical agents
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Summary:An unusual case involving a woman diagnosed with endometriosis as well as osteopenia is discussed. The woman visited the doctor after experiencing a sudden pain on the left side of her chest as a result of a broken rib.
ISSN:0140-6736
1474-547X
DOI:10.1016/S0140-6736(98)04480-8