Characteristics of pediatric thoracic trauma: in view of before and after the establishment of a regional trauma center

Purpose Pediatric thoracic trauma differs from those of adult in terms of the small anatomy and rapid tissue recovery. Therefore, it is important to know the characteristics of the pediatric thoracic trauma to improve treatment results. In addition, this study examined the changes in pediatric thoracic trauma features and results from the establishment of a level 1 regional trauma center. Methods Data of 168 patients’ ≤ 15 years old diagnosed...