Reducing computed tomography (CT) imaging for adults with minor traumatic brain injuries in the emergency department

What you need to knowNon-contrast computed tomography (CT) for minor traumatic brain injury (mTBI) is often ordered, rarely provides positive results, and is associated with increased risk of patient harm and increased healthcare costsSeveral valid and reliable clinical decision rules (CDRs) have been developed to determine whether a CT scan of the head is indicatedEvidence from implementation research shows that a strategy of using a CDR can safely, albeit modestly, decrease the use of CT scans in adult patients with mTBINon-contrast computed tomography (CT) is an important imaging modality in the care of adult patients with acute medical problems and injuries in an emergency department. These images can initiate timely and lifesaving interventions. One area where the utility of CT scanning has been debated is after minor traumatic brain injury (mTBI) or concussion in adults. This condition is defined as a direct blow to the head, neck, or body resulting…
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