Sternum Fracture
A sternal fracture is a break of the flat bone located in the center of the chest, to which the ribs attach. It usually occurs from direct blows to the chest, such as those that happen in accidents or strong impacts.
Common symptoms: pain in the center of the chest that increases when breathing deeply, coughing, or moving, along with swelling or tenderness in the area.
When to seek care? After a significant blow to the chest, especially if there is intense pain or difficulty breathing, a medical evaluation is advisable.
Which specialist treats it? The cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon evaluates chest injuries and rules out involvement of nearby structures. After significant chest trauma, seeking care allows the extent of the injury to be confirmed.
Data on 15 doctors who treat sternum fracture
Specialties that treat sternum fracture
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in sternum fracture
Dr. Ruben Arguero Sanchez
Dr. Luis Jose Niebla Menendez
Dr. Jesús Manuel Zavala Portillo
Dr. Alejandro Rey Rodríguez
Dr. Raymundo García González
Dr. Alejandro Navarro Vidaña
Dra. Maria del Sol Garcia Ortegón
Dr. Abel Archundia Garcia
Dr. Víctor G. Gómez Saviñón
Dra. Stefany González De Leo
Dr. Óscar Daniel Torres Bernal
Dr. David Hernandez Rios
Dr. Juan Pablo Gutiérrez Rentería
Dr. Luis Alberto Machuca Maldonado
Dra. Pantoja Javier Esparza
Dr. José Alberto Rubalcava Castillo
Dr. Jorge Manuel Catrip Torres
Dr. Xicotencatl Vasquez Jimenez
Dr. Abel Vidal Vallejo
Dr. Walid Leonardo Dajer Fadel
Frequently asked questions
What is sternum fracture?
A sternal fracture is a break of the flat bone located in the center of the chest, to which the ribs attach. It usually occurs from direct blows to the chest, such as those that happen in accidents or strong impacts.
Which doctor treats sternum fracture?
Sternum Fracture is usually treated by specialists in cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon.