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  • Title: An unusual cause of stress fracture of the first rib.
    Author: Liew SM, Cunningham R.
    Journal: Aust N Z J Surg; 1996 Jan; 66(1):55-7. PubMed ID: 8629987.
    Abstract:
    An unusual case of stress fracture of the first rib that occurred in a young male as a result of the constant loading due to carrying a heavy schoolbag is reported. This case demonstrates the difficulty in diagnosis and highlights the need for awareness of this condition, thus avoiding invasive investigation.
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