Radiological evaluation of patellar malalignment using a new frame for axial imaging of the patellae

Axial radiographs were performed on 59 children and adolescent patients with patellar malalignment using the method described by Laurin. A special frame was used to keep the knees in 20° flexion and to maintain standard conditions. Radiological indices were measured before realignment surgery. A sta...

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Published in:Clinical radiology 1995, Vol.50 (1), p.56-58
Main Authors: Vähäsarja, V., Lanning, P., Kinnunen, P., Serlo, W.
Format: Article
Language:English
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Summary:Axial radiographs were performed on 59 children and adolescent patients with patellar malalignment using the method described by Laurin. A special frame was used to keep the knees in 20° flexion and to maintain standard conditions. Radiological indices were measured before realignment surgery. A statistically significant difference ( P
ISSN:0009-9260
1365-229X
DOI:10.1016/S0009-9260(05)82967-8