title: Computed tomography of hepatic fracture: a case report.
abstract: A case of hepatic fracture is presented in which computed tomography (CT) played a major role in the diagnosis. The fracture, which was suggested on scintigraphy, was easily demonstrated on CT as a low-density hematoma. The advantages and potential use of CT in this clinical setting are discussed.
mesh_terms: D002648:Child; D006406:Hematoma / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D006801:Humans; D008099:Liver / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000293:injuries*; D008297:Male; D014057:Tomography, X-Ray Computed