Occult fractures of the proximal femur: imaging diagnosis and management of 82 cases in a regional trauma center

Conclusion: Occult fractures should be suspected in all patients with traumatic onset of hip pain that is inconsistent with normal radiographic findings. MRI is the golden standard but not as readily available not as cheap and not quite as quick to perform as as a CT scan. The latter which in turn can provide falsely negative results in the first 24 h. Improved imaging protocols could expedite management and improve treatment.
Source: World Journal of Emergency Surgery - Category: Emergency Medicine Authors: Source Type: research