CRAIG M. CHEBUHAR, M.D.

ATLANTA, GA

Research Active
Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine NPI registered 21+ years 1 publication 1996 – 1996 NPI: 1417950130
Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine
Trauma CentersTomography, X-Ray ComputedInjury Severity ScoreSensitivity and SpecificityPelvisDiagnostic ErrorsRandom Allocation

Practice Location

5505 ROSWELL RD
ATLANTA, GA 30342-1985

Phone: (404) 596-7958

What does CRAIG CHEBUHAR research?

Dr. Chebuhar studies how to better diagnose and manage pelvic injuries, which can occur due to trauma. He compares different imaging methods, specifically X-rays and CT scans, to find the most effective way to detect these types of injuries. His research shows that using multiple imaging techniques provides a clearer picture of the injuries, allowing healthcare providers to create more accurate treatment plans for patients suffering from trauma.

Key findings

  • X-rays detected only 66% of all pelvic injuries, showing their limitations in diagnosis.
  • CT scans identified a much higher percentage, detecting 86% of pelvic injuries.
  • Combining X-rays and CT scans together found 96% of all pelvic injuries, indicating that using both methods is significantly more effective.

Frequently asked questions

Does Dr. Chebuhar study pelvic injuries?
Yes, Dr. Chebuhar focuses on pelvic injuries and how to diagnose them more effectively.
What imaging techniques does Dr. Chebuhar research?
He researches the use of X-rays and CT scans to improve the diagnosis of pelvic injuries.
How can Dr. Chebuhar's work help patients?
His work helps patients receive more accurate diagnoses and better treatment plans by using advanced imaging techniques.

Publications in plain English

Pelvic trauma imaging: a blinded comparison of computed tomography and roentgenograms.

1996

The Journal of trauma

Berg EE, Chebuhar C, Bell RM

Plain English
This study compared two imaging methods—X-rays and CT scans—for detecting injuries in the pelvis of 59 patients. The results showed that X-rays detected 66% of all pelvic injuries, while CT scans were much better, identifying 86% of the injuries. Using both methods together found 96% of injuries and accurately indicated the type of injury and its severity, highlighting that combining these imaging techniques is effective for better diagnosis and treatment. Who this helps: Patients with pelvic injuries receive more accurate diagnoses and better treatment plans.

PubMed

Frequent Co-Authors

E E Berg R M Bell

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