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I have a reoccurring third rib fracture. it is centered at the left costotransverse joint. this injury has remained unhealed for several years. help?

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Dr. Pankaj Kulshrestha answered

Specializes in Thoracic Surgery

Rib fracture: Third rib fracture at costo-transverse joint needs no treatment if it is asymptomatic. Most rib fractures do not need to be fixed.

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Answered 4/9/2013

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Dr. Pasala Ravichandran answered

You can fix it: If it bothers you it can be fixed. It is possible to fix it with surgery and plating. There are few devices available.

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

Answered 5/7/2014

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A member asked:

I have a reoccurring third rib fracture. it is centered at the left costotransverse joint. this injury has remained unhealed for several years. help?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Pankaj Kulshrestha answered

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

Dr. Pasala Ravichandran answered

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

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