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16.04.2016 | Review Article

Understanding carpal instability: a radiographic perspective

verfasst von: Kimia Khalatbari Kani, Hyojeong Mulcahy, Felix S. Chew

Erschienen in: Skeletal Radiology | Ausgabe 8/2016

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Abstract

The wrist is disposed to a variety of instability patterns owing to its complex anatomical and biomechanical properties. Various classification schemes have been proposed to describe the different patterns of carpal instability, of which the Mayo classification is the most commonly used. Understanding the concepts and pertinent terminology of this classification scheme is important for the correct interpretation of images and optimal communication with referring physicians. Standard wrist radiographs are the first line of imaging in carpal instability. Additional information may be obtained with the use of stress radiographs and other imaging modalities.
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Metadaten
Titel
Understanding carpal instability: a radiographic perspective
verfasst von
Kimia Khalatbari Kani
Hyojeong Mulcahy
Felix S. Chew
Publikationsdatum
16.04.2016
Verlag
Springer Berlin Heidelberg
Erschienen in
Skeletal Radiology / Ausgabe 8/2016
Print ISSN: 0364-2348
Elektronische ISSN: 1432-2161
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00256-016-2390-y

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