Nonpenetrating cardiac trauma

Blunt cardiac trauma presents unusual fare for the average cardiologist. The pathogenesis of blunt cardiac injuries is reviewed, and a spectrum of cardiac lesions resulting from blunt trauma is presented, with emphasis on noninvasive diagnostic techniques.

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Published in:	Cardiology clinics Vol. 13; no. 2; p. 241
Main Author:	Schick, Jr, E C
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	Netherlands 01-05-1995
Subjects:	Arrhythmias, Cardiac - etiology Coronary Vessels - injuries Heart Injuries Heart Valves - injuries Humans Pericardium - injuries Wounds, Nonpenetrating
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Summary:	Blunt cardiac trauma presents unusual fare for the average cardiologist. The pathogenesis of blunt cardiac injuries is reviewed, and a spectrum of cardiac lesions resulting from blunt trauma is presented, with emphasis on noninvasive diagnostic techniques.
ISSN:	0733-8651
DOI:	10.1016/S0733-8651(18)30051-1