Correlation Between the Mechanism of Injury and the Morbidity and Mortality of 77 Elderly Patients With Isolated Rib Fractures*
| Mechanism | Patients, no. (and %) | Morbidity, no. (and %) | Mortality, no. (and %) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | 53 (69) | 20 (38) | 3 (6) |
| Motor vehicle crash | 11 (14) | 4 (36) | 1 (9) |
| Miscellaneous | 13 (17) | 5 (38) | 2 (15) |
| Total | 77 (100) | 29 (38) | 6 (8) |
↵* Differences were not significant.