Category:Chest trauma

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This category reflects the organization of International Statistical Classification of Diseases and Related Health Problems, 10th Revision. Generally, diseases outlined within the ICD-10 codes S00-S09 within Chapter XIX: Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes should be included in this category.

Chest trauma is an injury to the chest. Such injuries can be very serious, since the chest contains vital and delicate structures such as the heart and lungs.