The role and limitation of CT in craniocerebral trauma

CT is being utilized more often in evaluation of craniofacial and craniovertebral trauma. It is far superior to conventional pluri-directional tomography, since not only the complex fracture but also communication with the orbital or cranial contents can be demonstrated. The extend of soft-tissue trauma can also be better evaluated. However, there are limitations in utilizing CT as the sole modality in evaluating craniocerebral trauma. This article deals with the limitations of utilizing CT alone in evaluation of trauma.