[Diagnostic imaging in the traumatized child]

The value of different radiological procedures in the acute care of injured children is described. Newly developed techniques, e.g., digital luminescent radiography, are discussed. The indications for modern scanning procedures in traumatology and their influence on the examination strategy are shown. The handy use of ultrasound in abdominal injuries is essential if a laparotomy is necessary. Additionally, CT is useful in equivocal cases. Conversely, angiography and MRT are less useful in an emergency situation because of the longer duration of these procedures. Special problems of medical-legal reports are demonstrated. Injuries in the infant and adolescent skeletal system can result in growth delay. In contrast to adults, the growing skeletal system of children has the ability to correct deformations in time.