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After a fender bender i got a bruise on my ribs. could i have damaged my heart too?

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No: Highly unlikely with a bruise.

Answered 2/4/2019

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Dr. Allen Kamrava answered

Specializes in Colon and Rectal Surgery

Unlikely: Cardiac contusions are very rare, and when they do occur, they occur due to sternal fractures, not rib fractures (for the most part). Your heart should be fine.

Answered 3/12/2013

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