Determination of growth and developmental stages in hand –wrist radiographs

ConclusionApplying FD analysis to HWRs is not sufficient to predict maturation stage in growing patients but can be considered a  growth rate prediction method if combined with the Chapman sesamoid stage, age, and sex.
Source: Journal of Orofacial Orthopedics/Fortschritte der Kieferorthopadie - Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research