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Title: Indications and use of abdominal angiography in trauma. Author: Kauffmann GW, Wenz W, Strecker EP, Kotoulas K. Journal: Cardiovasc Radiol; 1979; 2(1):35-40. PubMed ID: 526970. Abstract: A series of 148 angiographic examinations in patients with blunt abdominal trauma have been reviewed. The major indications for arteriography were: (1) manifestations of shock in conjunction with clinical signs of abdominal injury; (2) the necessity for differentiation of multiple abdominal injuries; and (3) clinical signs of delayed rupture. Few false positive or false negative results were noted. The typical angiographic findings are discussed.[Abstract] [Full Text] [Related] [New Search]