[Surgical treatment of penetrating chest wounds with injuries to the internal thoracic and intercostal arteries].

Injuries of the internal thoracic and intercostal arteries are observed rather frequently in penetrating wounds of the thorax. In intrapleural hemorrhage the only correct tactics is the urgent surgical intervention. Its efficiency is dependent on the terms of admittance of the patient to a specialized clinic, preparedness of different services (reanimation, x-ray analysis, operation room) for urgent help, on qualification of surgeons and careful management during the postoperative period.