J Trauma
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Multicenter Study Comparative Study
Routine follow-up imaging of kidney injuries may not be justified.
The purpose of this investigation was to determine the yield of repeat follow-up imaging in patients sustaining renal trauma. ⋯ Selective reimaging of renal injuries based on clinical and laboratory criteria seems to be safe regardless of injury mechanism or management. High-grade penetrating injuries undergoing operative intervention should carry the highest degree of vigilance and lowest threshold for repeat imaging.