Multi-slice spiral CT post-imaging processing on diagnose of rib fracture

Objective To explore the value of post-imaging processing of MSCT(multi-slice spiral CT) in the diagnose of rib fracture.Methods Thirty-eight cases with thoracic trauma were examined with MSCT and reconstructed in avariety of ways(MIP,CPR,VR).The location,number and circumjacent pathological changes were observed and analyzed.Results One hundred and twenty-four ribfracturea in 38 patients was found by MSCT.MSCT axial images,MPR and VR images could show clearly the fracture line,the number of fracture and displacement.Meanwhile trauma of the surrounding tissue and other viscera could also be shown clearly.VR images could detect the fracture position accurately.Conclusion MSCT exam could show clearly the orientation,determines the nature,the condition of trauma of surrounding tissue and other viscera.MSCT has important value in clinical treatment,industrial injury and forensic medicione.