Der Chirurg; Zeitschrift für alle Gebiete der operativen Medizen
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Nontherapeutic laparotomy and thoracotomy rates in penetrating torso trauma remain high. The aim of this study was to define the value of helical computed tomography (CT) in this emergency situation. ⋯ In penetrating torso trauma, helical CT can clarify the need for thoracotomy or laparotomy vs nonoperative treatment.