Emergency radiology after a massive earthquake: clinical perspective

Jpn J Radiol. 2018 Nov;36(11):641-648. doi: 10.1007/s11604-018-0771-y. Epub 2018 Aug 25.

Abstract

Earthquakes are unpredictable and inevitable disasters, causing various earthquake-related disorders. Medical imaging, including digital radiography, computed tomography, and magnetic resonance imaging, plays a key role in the evaluation of earthquake-related disorders. We here demonstrate the concept of diagnostic imaging after a massive earthquake and review the common imaging features of various disorders in casualties and evacuees. This summary of imaging features can facilitate the diagnosis of various earthquake-related disorders and promote judicious therapy planning.

Keywords: Disaster; Earthquake; Emergency; Imaging.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Diagnostic Imaging / methods*
  • Earthquakes*
  • Emergencies
  • Humans
  • Wounds and Injuries / diagnostic imaging*