Blunt Abdominal Trauma

Symptom

blunt abdominal trauma

Considerations

• in unstable patients, emergency evaluation may use combination of xray to detect fracture and free air, ultrasound of the abdomen to evaluate internal bleeding.
• in stable patients, CT is most important imaging modality for a general post-trauma survey. Oral contrast not usually required as initial study. Ultrasound and MR of limited value

Recommended tests

• CT abdomen and pelvis with IV contrast
• CT abdomen and pelvis without IV or oral contrast
• CT abdomen and pelvis with IV and oral contrast

For other considerations, call or text the radiologist.