Unlike CT, standard X-rays don't detect the majority of pelvic injuries

Saturday, May 8, 2010 - 13:10 in Physics & Chemistry

Computed tomography (CT) scans are superior to standard radiography (X-rays) for the detection of pelvic fractures, according to a study to be presented at the ARRS 2010 Annual Meeting in San Diego, CA. CT scanning combines special X-ray equipment with sophisticated computers to produce multiple images of pictures of the inside of the body...

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