Rib Fractures
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Rib fractures are breaks or cracks in one or more bones of the rib cage, generally caused by a blow, a fall, or trauma to the chest.
Common symptoms: Pain that increases when breathing deeply, coughing, or moving, as well as tenderness in the affected area.
When to see a doctor? Intense chest pain after a blow, difficulty breathing, or pain that does not ease requires an evaluation, since it is advisable to rule out involvement of nearby organs.
Which specialist treats it? The cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon evaluates injuries to the rib cage when there is suspicion of involvement of internal structures. After trauma to the chest with significant pain, the prudent action is to seek medical care.
Data on 30 doctors who treat rib fractures
Which specialist treats rib fractures?
Rib fractures are treated by a cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon, especially when there's a risk of chest complications. If you have severe chest pain after an injury or difficulty breathing, seek care right away. You can book this specialist here.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in rib fractures
Dr. Luis Eduardo Casillas Covarrubias
Dr. Víctor G. Gómez Saviñón
Dr. Abel Vidal Vallejo
Dr. Jorge Manuel Catrip Torres
Dr. Maria del Sol Garcia Ortegón
Dr. Jorge Straffon Castañeda
Dr. Miguel Ángel González Alanis
Dr. Eugenio Guzmán De La Garza
Dr. José Adrían Carrera Luna
Dr. Leonardo Arellano Juarez
Dr. Óscar Daniel Torres Bernal
Dr. Xicotencatl Vasquez Jimenez
Dr. Tania Perez Marmolejo
Dr. Abel Archundia Garcia
Dr. Pantoja Javier Esparza
Dr. José Alberto Rubalcava Castillo
Dr. José González García
Dr. Arturo Carranza Rebollar
Dr. Víctor Galindo López
Dr. Filiberto Villanueva Rustrian
Frequently asked questions
What is rib fractures?
Rib fractures are breaks or cracks in one or more bones of the rib cage, generally caused by a blow, a fall, or trauma to the chest.
Which doctor treats rib fractures?
Rib fractures are treated by a cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon, especially when there's a risk of chest complications. If you have severe chest pain after an injury or difficulty breathing, seek care right away. You can book this specialist here.