Overview

CT abdomen pelvis with contrast uses portal venous and arterial phases when indicated to evaluate solid organ injury tumors and vascular pathology.

Acquisition Phases

Include noncontrast when assessing stones or hemorrhage arterial phase for hypervascular lesions and portal venous phase for parenchymal evaluation.

Contrast Timing and Dose

Use bolus tracking and individualized contrast volume with dose reduction strategies and oral contrast when indicated for bowel evaluation.

Clinical Applications

Indicated for trauma staging oncologic staging infection and acute abdominal pain with protocol tailored to clinical question.