Kirschner wire is a widely used implant in orthopedics, with migration being a typical problem following internal fixation. Subcostal wire migration might result in catastrophic problems such as penetration of the heart, lungs, trachea, big blood vessels, or abdominal cavity. Every orthopedic surgeon must be vigilant and mindful of the potential hazards of wire migration.
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