Scapular fracture is a rare encounter in blunt trauma patients. The scapula is surrounded by strong groups of muscles offering good protection for the bone. Therefore, a high-energy trauma is needed to cause a scapular fracture. We aim to study scapular fractures and their relation to injury severity and mortality in blunt chest trauma (BCT) patients.
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