Radiology of terror injuries: the American University of Beirut Medical Center experience

Clin Imaging. 2008 Mar-Apr;32(2):83-7. doi: 10.1016/j.clinimag.2007.09.007.

Abstract

Objective: This study aimed to report our experience with regard to imaging of mass casualty incidents (MCIs).

Subjects and methods: Following a bomb attack, 150 casualties were referred to our hospital. Radiographs and nonenhanced CT scans were performed in 28 individuals.

Results: Major injuries were seen in 12 individuals, which were limited only to the brain (n=2), facial bones (n=2), and extremities and soft tissues (n=8).

Conclusion: In MCIs, imaging should be fast, in order to help identify major injuries that need immediate management and to help in the triage of injured individuals.

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Blast Injuries / diagnostic imaging*
  • Blast Injuries / mortality
  • Explosions*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Lebanon
  • Male
  • Mass Casualty Incidents*
  • Middle Aged
  • Terrorism*
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed