CT evaluation of the liver with acute blunt trauma

Crit Rev Diagn Imaging. 1995;36(2):73-113.

Abstract

Computed tomography (CT) provides accurate assessment of blunt liver injuries. This article reviews the indications, technique, diagnosis, and role of CT in the management of liver injuries following blunt abdominal trauma. The spectrum of liver injuries and its complications seen on CT have been described and illustrated.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Abdominal Injuries / diagnostic imaging
  • Acute Disease
  • Humans
  • Liver / diagnostic imaging*
  • Liver / injuries*
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed*
  • Wounds, Nonpenetrating / classification
  • Wounds, Nonpenetrating / complications
  • Wounds, Nonpenetrating / diagnostic imaging*
  • Wounds, Nonpenetrating / therapy