Optimizing Imaging in the Pediatric Trauma Patient, Part 2: Thoracic and Abdominal Trauma - Trauma EXTRA Supplement (Trauma CME) -

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Publication Date: September 2022 (Volume 19, Supplement 09)

CME Credits: 4 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. CME expires 09/15/2025. This course is included with an Pediatric Emergency Medicine Practice subscription

Specialty CME Credits: Included as part of the 4 credits, this CME activity is eligible for 4 Trauma CME credits, subject to your state and institutional approval.

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Abstract

Imaging is a critical tool for the diagnosis and management of thoracic and abdominal injuries in pediatric patients. The location and mechanism of injury, the physical examination, and other clinical findings should guide emergency clinicians in the selection of the most appropriate imaging modality for the pediatric trauma patient. This supplement reviews the evidence for imaging decisions in the setting of pleural space, lung parenchyma, chest wall, cardiac, diaphragm, solid-organ, and hollow-viscus injuries in pediatric patients. Examples demonstrating imaging modalities, interpretations, and specific findings are provided. Considerations for imaging in suspected nonaccidental abdominal trauma are also discussed.

Introduction

Evaluation of pediatric thoracic and abdominal injuries requires consideration of the anatomic and biomechanical characteristics of children, as well as assessment of the risks associated with exposure to ionizing radiation. The mechanism of injury and the clinical findings will inform imaging decisions. This supplement provides evidence-based recommendations for the selection of appropriate diagnostic imaging modalities for pediatric patients with pleural space, lung parenchyma, chest wall, cardiac, diaphragm, solid-organ, and hollow-viscus injuries. Recommendations for management of these injuries are not included in the scope of this supplement.

For a detailed review of imaging for pediatric patients with head and neck injuries, see the August 2021 issue of Pediatric Emergency Medicine Practice: Pediatric Trauma Extra titled, “Optimizing Imaging in the Pediatric Trauma Patient, Part 1: Head and Neck Trauma.”

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