Disparities in computed tomography utilization for pediatric blunt trauma: a systematic review and meta-analysis comparing pediatric and non-pediatric trauma centers

Pediatric blunt trauma is a major cause of morbidity and mortality, and computed tomography (CT) imaging is vital for accurate evaluation and management. Pediatric trauma centers (PTCs) have selective CT practices, while non-PTCs may differ, resulting in potential variations in CT utilization. The o...

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Published in:	Emergency radiology Vol. 30; no. 6; pp. 743 - 764
Main Authors:	Hassankhani, Amir, Valizadeh, Parya, Amoukhteh, Melika, Jannatdoust, Payam, Saeedi, Nikoo, Sabeghi, Paniz, Ghadimi, Delaram J., Johnston, Jennifer H., Gholamrezanezhad, Ali
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	Cham Springer International Publishing 01-12-2023 Springer Nature B.V
Subjects:	Computed tomography Emergency Medicine Heterogeneity Imaging Medical imaging Medicine Medicine & Public Health Pediatrics Radiation effects Radiology Review Review Article Systematic review Tomography Trauma centers Utilization Computed tomography Pediatrics Trauma center
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