Event Date(s)/Period(s)
30-31 August 2024
Organised by:
Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, SClinMed
The 1st Advanced Management Course in Rib Fractures, Chest Wall, and Scapular Trauma was a comprehensive workshop designed for orthopaedic and cardiothoracic surgeons, and ICU physicians. It covered a wide range of topics, including rib and sternal fracture mapping, evidence for rib fixation, ventilation support in flail chest injuries, interactive cases on chest trauma, nerve blockade for chest wall pain control, surgical indications for rib fractures, and techniques for scapular fracture management. The participants engaged in hands-on dissections, demonstrations and interactive case discussions, led by expert faculty members.
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