Helical CT of calcaneal fractures : technique and imaging features

Since the degree of comminution, fracture alignment, and articular congruity of intra-articular calcaneal fractures are important determinants in surgical treatment and patient prognosis, we review helical computed tomographic (CT) technique and features for detecting and assessing the extent of acu...

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Published in:Skeletal radiology 1998-01, Vol.27 (1), p.1-6
Main Authors: WECHSLER, R. J, SCHWEITZER, M. E, KARASICK, D, DEELY, D. M, MORRISON, W
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Biological and medical sciences
Calcaneus - anatomy & histology
Calcaneus - diagnostic imaging
Calcaneus - injuries
Fractures, Bone - classification
Fractures, Bone - diagnostic imaging
Humans
Investigative techniques, diagnostic techniques (general aspects)
Medical sciences
Osteoarticular system. Muscles
Radiodiagnosis. Nmr imagery. Nmr spectrometry
Tomography, X-Ray Computed - methods
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Summary:Since the degree of comminution, fracture alignment, and articular congruity of intra-articular calcaneal fractures are important determinants in surgical treatment and patient prognosis, we review helical computed tomographic (CT) technique and features for detecting and assessing the extent of acute calcaneal fractures. Helical CT can be used to classify these fractures and facilitate the surgeon's understanding of the anatomy and position of the fracture components in all orthogonal planes independently of the patient's condition, foot placement in the CT gantry, or other injuries.
ISSN:0364-2348
1432-2161
DOI:10.1007/s002560050325