• Radiol. Clin. North Am. · Jan 2012

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    Multi-detector row CT angiography of the neck in blunt trauma.

    • Felipe Munera, Mark Foley, and Falgun H Chokshi.
    • Radiology Department, Jackson Memorial Hospital, Ryder Trauma Center, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, University of Miami Medical System, FL 33136, USA. fmunera@med.miami.edu
    • Radiol. Clin. North Am. 2012 Jan 1; 50 (1): 59-72.

    AbstractBlunt cerebrovascular injury (BCVI) is uncommon but potentially catastrophic; 80% are caused by vehicle collisions. Ischemic events secondary to untreated BCVI are common, with high injury-specific mortality. This has led to implementation of screening programs based on mechanism of injury, clinical presentation, and injury patterns identified on noncontrast computed tomography (CT) imaging. The standard of reference for diagnosis is four-vessel digital subtraction angiography. Given its availably in trauma service institutions, use of multidetector CT angiography has increased. This article presents the evidence and the controversies surrounding its use. Available protocols, injury description, and grading, as well as potential pitfalls are reviewed.2012 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.

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