Template:Nexus chest CT in trauma minor rule: Difference between revisions
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===[[NEXUS Chest CT Rule|Nexus chest CT in trauma]] rule (minor injury)=== | ===[[NEXUS Chest CT Rule|Nexus chest CT in trauma]] rule (minor injury)=== | ||
''CT if any one of the following:'' | ''CT if any one of the following:'' | ||
*Abnormal CXR | *Abnormal CXR | ||
*Distracting injury | *Distracting injury | ||
Latest revision as of 10:58, 3 November 2016
Nexus chest CT in trauma rule (minor injury)
CT if any one of the following:
- Abnormal CXR
- Distracting injury
- Tenderness of:
- Chest wall
- Sternum
- Thoracic spine
- Scapula
- Rapid deceleration mechanism
Sensitivity
- 99% for major injuries
- 95% for minor injuries