flail chest
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n.
The loss of stability of the thoracic cage following multiple fractures of the ribs with or without accompanying fracture of the sternum.
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flag-waver, flag-waving, Flagyl, Flaherty, flail, flail chest, flailing, flail joint, flair, flak, flake
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