Yield of computed tomography of the cervical spine in cases of simple assault - Uriell ML, Allen JW, Lovasik BP, Benayoun MD, Spandorfer RM, Holder CA.

BACKGROUND: Computed tomography (CT) of the cervical spine (C-spine) is routinely ordered for low-impact, non-penetrating or "simple" assault at our institution and others. Common clinical decision tools for C-spine imaging in the setting of trauma include...
Source: SafetyLit - Category: Global & Universal Tags: Economics of Injury and Safety, PTSD, Injury Outcomes Source Type: news