Table 2 Injury detection by modality (n = 239)
From: Retrospective review of the use and costs of routine chest x rays in a trauma setting
Findings | CXR | TCT | Percent of injuries found on CXR | 95% CI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Pneumothorax | 3 | 21 | 14.3% | 4.14% to 35.48% |
Rib fractures | 13 | 33 | 39.4% | 24.65% to 56.35% |
Lung contusion | 8 | 15 | 53.3% | 30.11% to 75.20% |
Sternal fractures | 1 | 5 | 20% | 2.03% to 64.04% |