Computer Tomography (CT) Trial of Acute Abdomen
Computer Tomography (CT) Trial of Acute Abdomen
The purpose of this study is to determine the impact of routinely performed early CT scanning
 in terms of diagnostic accuracy, patient management and cost-effectiveness compared to
 current imaging practice in patients suffering from acute abdomen.
Inclusion Criteria:

 -  age > 18

 -  abdominal pain > 2h and < 7 days

 Exclusion Criteria:

 -  pregnancy

 -  acute abdominal trauma

 -  allergy to iodinated contrast media

 -  severe renal insufficiency

 -  metformin medication combined with elevated plasma creatinin level

 -  lack of cooperation (if informed consent is not possible)

 -  abdominal pain combined with bleeding shock