Analyzing thoracic trauma trends at Dr. Mohammad Hoesin Hospital, Indonesia: findings from 2020

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Objective: Thoracic trauma is frequently encountered in Indonesia, contributing to significant rates of mortality and morbidity. A considerable number of patients with thoracic injuries succumb before reaching medical facilities, as the prevalence of such trauma continues to escalate. Nevertheless, the risk of fatal outcomes can be mitigated through timely emergency intervention, precise diagnosis, and appropriate treatment. This study aimed to present an overview of the demographic characteristics, treatment outcomes, and duration of hospitalization for thoracic trauma patients admitted to Dr. Mohammad Hoesin Palembang during the years 2020 and 2021. Methods: This descriptive observational study utilized secondary data derived from the medical records of thoracic trauma patients admitted to Dr. Mohammad Hoesin Palembang from January 1, 2020, to December 31, 2021, who satisfied the established inclusion and exclusion criteria. Results: A total of 78 thoracic trauma patients were treated at Dr. Mohammad Hoesin Palembang Hospital during 2020–2021, with a sociodemographic profile predominantly consisting of males (91.3%) and individuals aged 45 years and older (66.3%). Penetrating injuries caused by sharp objects accounted for 45% of cases. The most prevalent diagnosis among these patients was hemopneumothorax (23.1%), followed by thoracic trauma without associated injuries (62.5%). The majority of patients (97.5%) were discharged from the hospital. Notably, 58.8% of patients arrived at the hospital more than six hours post-trauma, and nearly half (48%) had a hospital stay ranging from one to five days. Conclusion: The cohort of thoracic trauma patients admitted to Dr. Mohammad Hoesin Palembang hospital in 2020–2021 was primarily male, aged 45 years or older, sustained injuries from sharp objects, diagnosed with hemopneumothorax without associated thoracic injuries, arrived at the hospital after more than six hours, and were discharged within one to five days.

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Blunt Thoracic Injury Penetrating Thoracic Injury Thoracic Trauma
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Kusuma F, Lumbang Tobing AH, Sabrina T. Analyzing thoracic trauma trends at Dr. Mohammad Hoesin Hospital, Indonesia: findings from 2020. Front Emerg Med. 2025;.

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