Clinical Profile and Management of Blunt Chest Trauma Patients at Tertiary Care Centre - A Cross Sectional Study

Dr. Aishwarya Gupta, Dr. Manjul Mohan, Dr. Mohit Biswas, Dr. Rishi Saini

Abstract: Blunt chest trauma (BCT) remains a critical public health issue, particularly in India, where increasing road traffic accidents contribute significantly to trauma-related hospital admissions. This cross-sectional study conducted at a tertiary care centre aimed to evaluate the demographic profile, injury mechanisms, clinical features, and management outcomes of BCT patients. A total of 104 patients were analyzed, with the majority being young adult males aged 20?40 years. Road traffic accidents were identified as the primary cause (59.6%), followed by falls and assaults. Chest pain and breathlessness were the most common symptoms, with radiological evaluations revealing hemothorax, pneumothorax, and hemopneumothorax as predominant injuries. Most cases were managed with chest tube insertion and conservative measures in accordance with ATLS protocols. The average hospital stay ranged from 8 to 14 days. Mortality was low (2.9%), with all fatalities occurring within the first week, indicating the importance of early intervention. The study emphasizes the need for standardized treatment protocols, improved trauma care systems, and preventive strategies to reduce BCT burden in India.

Keywords: Blunt chest trauma, Road traffic accidents, Chest tube insertion, Tertiary care

How to Cite?: Dr. Aishwarya Gupta, Dr. Manjul Mohan, Dr. Mohit Biswas, Dr. Rishi Saini, "Clinical Profile and Management of Blunt Chest Trauma Patients at Tertiary Care Centre - A Cross Sectional Study", Volume 14 Issue 7, July 2025, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 1678-1683, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=MR25725095211, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/MR25725095211