Pediatric cervical spine trauma imaging: a practical approach.
Cervical spine trauma in children is rare and the diagnosis can be challenging due to anatomical and biomechanical differences as compared to adults. A variety of algorithms have been used in adults to accurately diagnose injuries, but have not been fully studied in pediatric patients. In this article we review suggested imaging protocols and the general characteristics, types of injuries, and measurements used to diagnose cervical spine injuries in children.
Egloff
Alexia M
AM
Department of Imaging and Radiology, Children's National Medical Center, Washington, DC 20010, USA. aegloff@gmail.com
Kadom
Nadja
N
Vezina
Gilbert
G
Bulas
Dorothy
D
D002574:Cervical Vertebrae / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging* / Q000293:injuries*; D002648:Child; D006801:Humans; D010372:Pediatrics / Q000379:methods; D011859:Radiography; D013124:Spinal Injuries / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*