The Increasing Burden of Radiation Exposure in the Management of Trauma Patients

Background: As trauma care evolves, there has been increased reliance on imaging. The purpose of this study was to examine changes in trauma imaging and radiation exposure over time. Our hypothesis was that there has been an increased usage of imaging in the management of trauma patients without measurable improvements in outcomes. Methods: A continuous series of injured patients admitted to a Level I trauma center during a 2-month period in...