Orthopedics

NEXUS Criteria for C-Spine Imaging

Clinical decision rule to determine need for cervical spine imaging in trauma patients

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Input Parameters

Midline cervical tenderness present?

Focal neurological deficit present?

Altered level of consciousness?

Evidence of intoxication?

Clinically apparent distracting injury?

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