Diagnosis of scaphoid fractures. A prospective multicenter study of 1,052 patients with 160 fractures.
In a prospective multicenter study of 1,052 patients with clinical signs of a scaphoid fracture, mammographic films and fine intensifying screens were used at the radiographic examination. 5 standardized projections including 3 special projections focused on the scaphoid were taken. 150 fractures were diagnosed at the first examination but in 10 cases the fracture was first diagnosed at a second radiographic examination after 10-14 days. The second examination still seems mandatory despite the use of high quality radiographs with optimal spatial resolution and contrast, and the value of supplementary special projections.
Munk
B
B
Department of Orthopedics, Haderslev Hospital, Denmark.
Frøkjaer
J
J
Larsen
C F
CF
Johannsen
H G
HG
Rasmussen
L L
LL
Edal
A
A
Rasmussen
L D
LD
D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D002348:Carpal Bones / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000293:injuries*; D016001:Confidence Intervals; D005260:Female; D050723:Fractures, Bone / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D005599:Fractures, Ununited / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D011187:Posture; D011237:Predictive Value of Tests; D011446:Prospective Studies; D011856:Radiographic Image Enhancement / Q000379:methods*