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A member asked:
Is there any way other than x-ray to tell if my rib is bruised or fractured?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
Actually yes. : X-ray is the first step, but if you are by a center with good ultrasound techs, that can be of some use as well. The ct scan is the most sensitive though.
Answered 3/20/2014
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