Dislocated left 11th rib fracture usually does not require surgery, but surgery should be considered in case of serious complications such as liver or spleen injury.
The principles of management of rib fractures are effective pain control, pulmonary physiotherapy and early mobilization, and do not emphasize surgical treatment. In particular, closed single rib fractures, such as only the left 11th rib fracture, generally do not require surgical treatment, and the use of a chest strap or elastic chest strap to immobilize the thorax is sufficient.
However, it is worth noting that the front end of the 11th to 12th ribs is free, and the elasticity and mobility are relatively large compared with other ribs. If the fracture occurs, we should be alert to the combination of intra-abdominal organs and diaphragm injury, such as severe liver and spleen injury, which should be actively treated with surgery.
Patients with dislocated left 11th rib fracture should undergo relevant examinations under the guidance of specialized doctors to clarify the diagnosis and exclude complications.