Pathology - Sternum/Ribs Flashcards
1
Q
Fracture of adjacent ribs in two or more places caused by blunt trauma - perform erect if possible
A
Flail Chest
2
Q
Anterior protrusion of the lower sternum and xiphoid process
A
Pectus Carinatum (pigeon breast)
3
Q
Depressed sternum
A
Pectus Excavatum (funnel chest)
4
Q
Moth-eaten appearance of bone resulting from the mix of destructive and blastic lesions
A
Osteolytic and osteoblastic
5
Q
Localized or generalized infection of bone and marrow - most common cause is bacterial infection
A
Osteomyelitis