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Imaging recommendation · Abdomen · Pelvis

Blunt abdominal trauma with LUQ tenderness, suspected splenic injury

Recommended: CT Abdomen / Pelvis with IV contrast is the preferred imaging study for blunt abdominal trauma with luq tenderness, suspected splenic injury. AAST grading.

Recommended study

CT Abdomen / Pelvis with IV contrast

CT IV contrast Preferred Abdomen · Pelvis Emergency Reviewed

AAST grading. Look for active extravasation (operative). Add arterial phase if vascular injury suspected.

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