[Fundamental concepts in the surgical treatment of fractures : Which implants should radiologists be familiar with?]

CONCLUSION: Basic concepts used in the surgical treatment of shaft, close to joints, and joint fractures as well as commonly used implants with regard to imaging required in this context without claiming to be exhaustive are reviewed. To improve outcome quality, close collaboration and direct communication between radiologists and orthopedic and trauma surgeons are required.
PMID: 32410105 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]

Source: Der Radiologe - May 13, 2020 Category: Radiology Authors: Sckell A, Mittlmeier T Tags: Radiologe Source Type: research