Effect of the Number of Fractured Ribs on the Morbidity and Mortality In 77 Elderly Patients With Isolated Rib Fractures
| No. of ribs | Patients, no. (and %) | Morbidity, no. (and %) | Mortality, no. (and %) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1–2 | 41 (53) | 10 (24) | 0 |
| 3–4 | 30 (39) | 15 (50) | 6 (20) |
| 5–6 | 6 (8) | 4 (67) | 0 |
| Total | 77 (100) | 29 (38) | 6 (8) |
| p value* | 0.027 | 0.006 |
↵* χ2 analysis