Assessment and Management of Pediatric Trauma
Module 5: Pediatric Blunt Abdominal and Chest Trauma
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CT scanning in pediatric patients

Indications for abdominal / pelvis CT scan in hemodynamically normal kids:

By history

  • High risk mechanism (e.g. handlebar injury)
  • Vomiting after injury

By exam

  • GCS < 14 or abnormal vitals
  • Chest injury or decreased breath sounds
  • Abnormal abdominal exam (pain, tenderness, seatbelt sign)
Module 5: Pediatric Blunt Abdominal and Chest Trauma