title: Computed tomography in blunt trauma.
abstract: Until now, CT has been utilized very little in the evaluation of the bluntly traumatized patient. Based on our early experience, we have attempted to demonstrate the CT features of a spectrum of injuries. Much of this information is new and additional studies will have to be performed to elucidate fully the benefits of computed tomography in the diagnosis of trauma. A method of study has been outlined which stresses the use of intravascular, oral, and, when needed, rectal contrast materials for study in these patients.
mesh_terms: D000007:Abdominal Injuries / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D000284:Administration, Oral; D003287:Contrast Media / Q000008:administration & dosage; D006801:Humans; D007275:Injections, Intravenous; D010388:Pelvis / Q000293:injuries; D013898:Thoracic Injuries / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D014057:Tomography, X-Ray Computed / Q000379:methods; D014949:Wounds, Nonpenetrating / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*
chemical_list: D003287:Contrast Media