Efficacy of computed tomography for abdominal stab wounds: a single institutional analysis

Abstract

CT can be used efficiently along with physical examination as an initial diagnostic tool in patients with abdominal stab wounds. However, there can be missed injuries, then surgeon should consider other diagnostic methods.

Comparison between isolated serial clinical examination and computed tomography for stab wounds in the anterior abdominal wall

“…The goal, in special of diagnosis, is to recognize if there is abdominal penetration, and, if positive, if there is any lesion of an intra-abdominal structure. Diagnostic peritoneal wash-out, FAST, video-laparoscopy and computer tomography (CT) may be used for diagnostic management of these patients, with different sensitivities and specificities 9,12,13 . Abdominal CT, frequently used in trauma, have good results according to literature, and is part of initial exams of several protocols.…”