Is repeat head CT necessary in patients with mild traumatic intracranial hemorrhage

Patients with traumatic intracranial hemorrhage (TIH) frequently receive repeat head CT scans (RHCT) to assess for progression of TIH. The utility of this practice has been brought into question, with some studies suggesting that in the absence of progressive neurologic symptoms, the RHCT does not lead to clinical interventions.
Source: The American Journal of Emergency Medicine - Category: Emergency Medicine Authors: Source Type: research