MRI did not affect rate of intervention though increased HLOS accounting for ISS. CT findings of stability were concordant with MRI findings. Our results suggest that MRI may not affect intervention decisions in blunt trauma patients with CT findings of stable thoracolumbar spinal injury without neurological deficits.
Here we present the approach used by our team to successfully manage this type of injury. We hope this case report represents a platform for future discussion on best management approaches in patients presenting with the low-velocity penetrating thoracic, spinal and posterior mediastinal trauma.
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