A 32-year-old man is brought to the emergency department following a motor vehicle collision. On arrival, he is haemodynamically stable with BP 128/82 mmHg, HR 98/min, RR 20/min. Abdominal examination reveals tenderness in the left upper quadrant with mild distension. FAST examination shows free fluid in the left paracolic gutter and around the spleen. Repeat FAST after 15 minutes shows no change in the amount of free fluid. What is the most appropriate next step in management?

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