Vacuum External Fixation Outperforms Chest Strap in Treating Multiple Rib Fractures in Polytrauma Patients

Vacuum external fixation showed superior therapeutic efficacy compared to chest strap in polytrauma patients with multiple rib fractures. Patients with vacuum external fixation had significantly lower pain scores, reduced pleural drainage, lower risk of complications, improved lung function, and shorter hospital stays. Overall, vacuum external fixation demonstrated benefits in reducing complications and improving clinical outcomes in polytrauma patients with multiple rib fractures.