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Accuracy of conventional imaging of penetrating torso injuries in the trauma resuscitation room
European Journal of Emergency Medicine, 09/09/09
Varin DSE et al. – Despite high specificity, positive predictive value, and negative predictive value, a considerable number of lesions remain undetected after CXR and abdominal ultrasound because of moderate–to–inadequate sensitivity. Abdominal X–ray hardly provides additional information. Careful clinical monitoring of patients is mandatory, particularly when computed tomography scan or operative treatment is not indicated.
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