The CT Risk Factors for the Need of Operative Treatment in Initially Hemodynamically Stable Patients After Blunt Hepatic Trauma

Abstract

Intraperitoneal contrast extravasation and hemoperitoneum in six compartments on CT scan both indicate massive or active hemorrhage and should be regarded as high risk for the need of operation in hemodynamically stable patients after BHT. Patients with low risk profile can be successfully treated with nonoperative modalities.