Variability of Pediatric Cervical Spine Clearance Protocols: A Systematic Review

Conclusions: Details of c-spine clearance protocols differed significantly across the included studies, but many applied some or all NEXUS criteria. Overall, while variable, protocols served to safely treat pediatric patients without missing any clinically significant c-spine injuries, while reducing radiation exposure.
Source: Annals of Surgery - Category: Surgery Tags: Review Paper Source Type: research