Focussed Assessment Sonograph Trauma (FAST) and CT scan in blunt abdominal trauma: surgeons perspective

摘要

BackgroundDiagnosis of blunt abdominal trauma is a real challenge even for experienced trauma surgeons. Diagnostic tools that help the treating doctor in optimum management of blunt abdominal trauma include; Focussed Assessment Sonography for Trauma (FAST), Diagnostic peritoneal lavage (DPL) and CT scan.