Indications for Routine Repeat Head Computed Tomography (CT) Stratified by Severity of Traumatic Brain Injury

Abstract

Patients with any head injury (mild, moderate, or severe) should undergo a repeat head CT after neurologic deterioration, because it leads to intervention in over one-third of patients. Routine repeat head CT is indicated for patients with a GCS score < or =8, as results might lead to intervention without neurologic change.