This book focuses on the diagnostic impact of CT scans in severe abdominal trauma and in
non-traumatic acute abdomen the two clinical entities that constitute the main reasons for
referrals for this imaging technique from the intensive care unit. The concept behind it is
that emergency surgeons and physicians not only need the clinical knowledge to manage the
different pathological conditions but that they must also have a full understanding of
diagnostic imaging modalities.To this end each chapter includes a description of a specific
acute abdominal disorder. In addition to the clinical presentation and the diagnosis and
management guidelines there is a special focus on imaging studies with clear and concise
descriptions high-quality images and the evolution grading scale to aid interpretation. This
easy-to-read book is an ideal source of practical information for acute care surgeons
radiologists and for all the members of the emergency team.
