Whole-body computed tomography in severely injured patients

Purpose of review To provide an update on the relevant and recent studies on whole-body computed tomography (WBCT) imaging of severely injured patients. Recent findings The advantages of WBCT in time saving, diagnostic accuracy and even in survival have been proven in numerous studies. WBCT can also be beneficial in haemodynamically unstable major trauma patients. The CT scanner should be located close to the emergency department or even in the...