Variation in Utilization of Computed Tomography Scanning for the Investigation of Minor Head Trauma in Children: A Canadian Experience

To compare the utilization rates of CT scans in investigating minor head trauma in children in Canada, to identify the injuries determined by these scans, and to identify clinical findings that are highly associated with its diagnosis and the injury itself.A retrospective cohort study involving nine pediatric hospitals in Canada was conducted. A structured data collection method was used. Inclusion criteria included age 16 years or less, history...