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Lisfranc Fracture Dislocation

Global Radiology CME

A computed tomography scan will better assist with diagnosis and help with planning if surgery is necessary [3]. Is the diagnostic validity of conventional radiography for Lisfranc injury acceptable? In this case the lateral view shows a dorsal sub dislocation of the metatarsal base (Fig. J Foot Ankle Res. 2023;16(1):9.

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Lens Subluxation

Global Radiology CME

Computed tomography is also an alternative method for lens subluxation which again can show deviation of the lens (Figs. Radiography has no role in orbital injuries due to its lower sensitivity for soft tissues [4]. Anterior dislocation of the lens is serious as it may lead to angle-closure glaucoma [3,4].

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The ED Guide to Neuroimaging: Part 2

Northwestern EM

Indications for computed tomography in patients with minor head injury. Validation of the sensitivity of the National Emergency X-Radiography Utilization Study (NEXUS) Head computed tomographic (CT) decision instrument for selective imaging of blunt head injury patients: An observational study. October 2015:1.