Journal of Clinical Medicine
Heterogeneity in Self-Reported Management of Blunt Chest Trauma: An International Cross-Sectional Survey
By Matteo Cimino, Salvatore Notaro, Antonio Matias Esquinas and 22 others.
Abstract
Background
Blunt chest trauma is common, but reported management practices may differ across clinical settings. This international cross-sectional survey evaluated self-reported practice patterns in the diagnosis and management of blunt chest trauma.
Methods
We distributed a self-administered web-based questionnaire to healthcare professionals involved in chest trauma care between November 2024 and August 2025. Responses were analyzed descriptively, and exploratory comparisons were performed between Italian respondents and respondents from other participating countries.