Checklist: Neck computed tomography in non-traumatic emergencies

Radiologia (Engl Ed). 2024 Mar-Apr;66(2):155-165. doi: 10.1016/j.rxeng.2023.05.007. Epub 2024 Mar 16.ABSTRACTPatients attending the emergency department (ED) with cervical inflammatory/infectious symptoms or presenting masses that may involve the aerodigestive tract or vascular structures require a contrast-enhanced computed tomography (CT) scan of the neck. Its radiological interpretation is hampered by the anatomical complexity and pathophysiological interrelationship between the different component systems in a relatively small area. Recent studies propose a systematic evaluation of the cervical structures, using a 7-item checklist, to correctly identify the pathology and detect incidental findings that may interfere with patient management. As a conclusion, the aim of this paper is to review CT findings in non-traumatic pathology of the neck in the ED, highlighting the importance of a systematic approach in its interpretation and synthesis of a structured, complete, and concise radiological report.PMID:38614531 | DOI:10.1016/j.rxeng.2023.05.007
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