Imaging children with abdominal trauma.
review · Level V
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- Also identified by DOI 10.2214/AJR.08.2163.
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Abstract
Trauma is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality in children. The abdomen is the second most common site of injury. This article discusses abdominal trauma in children. The clinical evaluation of children with potential blunt abdominal injury presents a challenging task. Therefore, imaging plays an essential role in the evaluation of such children.
Medical subject headings
- Abdominal Injuries
- Tomography, X-Ray Computed
- Wounds, Nonpenetrating