Trauma CT Saves Lives - If Scans Are Read in Time
November 16, 2011|Hospitalist News (Archived)
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EXPERT ANALYSIS FROM THE ANNUAL MEETING OF THE AMERICAN COLLEGE OF EMERGENCY PHYSICIANS
In the pelvis, fractures and other bony injuries and free fluid are the biggest concerns. Pelvic fractures, which are generally easy to see on imaging, suggest that the body sustained a large amount of force. Free fluid in the pelvis can indicate a solid organ injury, a mesenteric injury, a bowel injury, or even a preexisting condition such as ascites.
Dr. Perron reported no conflicts of interest.
