Computed tomography correlation of skeletal landmarks and vascular anatomy in civilian adult trauma patients: Implications for resuscitative endovascular balloon occlusion of the aorta

BACKGROUND Resuscitative endovascular balloon occlusion of the aorta (REBOA) is a valuable resuscitative adjunct in a variety of clinical settings. In resource-limited or emergency environments, REBOA may be required with delayed or absent image-guidance or verification. Catheter insertion lengths may be informed by making computed tomography (CT) correlations of skeletal landmarks with vascular lengths. METHODS Between 2000 and 2015 at a single...