The ideal treatment for hemothorax greater than 500 ml/hour -

Following are indications of thoracotomy in blunt chest trauma: Initial drainage of blood > 1000 ml, especially if fresh. Continued brisk bleeding > (100 ml/15 minutes) from the intercostal drain Continued bleeding of > 200 ml/hr for > 3 hrs Rupture of bronchus, aorta, esophagus or diaphragm Cardiac tamponade (if needle aspiration unsuccessful).