Surgical Rib Fracture Fixation: Early Operative Intervention Improves Outcomes.

Background: This study aimed to assess the outcomes of patients with complex rib fractures undergoing operative or nonoperative management at our major trauma center.

Methods: A retrospective review of all patients who were considered for surgical stabilization of rib fractures (SSRF) at a single major trauma center from May 2016 to September 2022 was performed.

Results: In total, 352 patients with complex rib fractures were identified.