Acetabular and pelvic fractures in the pediatric patient: value of two- and three-dimensional imaging

J Pediatr Orthop. 1992 Sep-Oct;12(5):621-5.

Abstract

Pediatric trauma is a significant source of morbidity and mortality in pediatric patients. Prompt and accurate assessment of injuries is necessary for the best outcome. Computed tomography (CT) has become a well-accepted, rapid, relatively noninvasive way to assess the trauma patient. In certain cases of pelvic trauma, two- and three-dimensional CT (2D/3D CT) adds detail not otherwise obtainable or appreciated. Although the benefits must be balanced against the slight increase in delivered radiation dose, we believe that 2D/3D CT is often an important part of patient management.

MeSH terms

  • Acetabulum / diagnostic imaging
  • Acetabulum / injuries*
  • Adolescent
  • Child
  • Child, Preschool
  • Databases, Factual
  • Fractures, Bone / diagnostic imaging*
  • Humans
  • Infant
  • Pelvis / diagnostic imaging
  • Pelvis / injuries*
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed / methods*