Importance of the Mechanism of Injury in Trauma Radiology Decision-Making
Dinesh Varma, Patrick Brown, Warren Clements
Abstract
Take-home points Consideration of the mechanism of injury is a key factor in trauma radiology decision-making. The principles of energy transfer and deposition are used to predict likely injuries and ensure appropriate triage and management. Certain trauma patterns are associated with and can help predict specific injury patterns. It is important to consider the mechanism of injury, principles of energy transfer, and suspected injuries when selecting specific scan protocols and triaging patients with traumatic injuries.
Topics & Concepts
MedicineMechanism (biology)RadiologyClinical decision makingMedical emergencyIntensive care medicineEpistemologyPhilosophyTrauma and Emergency Care StudiesPelvic and Acetabular InjuriesRadiation Dose and Imaging