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Myocardial contusion injury: Redefining the diagnostic algorithm

Emergency Medicine Journal
DOI: 10.1136/emj.2004.015339
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Abstract

Myocardial contusion injury (MCI) is a complication of blunt thoracic trauma, which may occur at relatively low velocities. MCI may also occur from chest compressions during cardiopulmonary resuscitation. We review the clinical pathology, diagnostic tools, and treatment for MCI.

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Bansal, M. K., Maraj, S., Chewaproug, D., & Amanullah, A. (2005, July). Myocardial contusion injury: Redefining the diagnostic algorithm. Emergency Medicine Journal. https://doi.org/10.1136/emj.2004.015339

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