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Three-dimensional (3D) CT reconstructions offer minor improvements for most calcaneal fracture classifications. However, 3D imaging enhances the Zwipp classification

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Area of Science:

Orthopaedic trauma surgery
Radiology
Medical imaging analysis

Background:

Calcaneal fractures are complex injuries requiring accurate classification for treatment.
Established classification systems (OTA, Essex-Lopresti, Sanders, Crosby, Zwipp, Regazzoni) are used for assessment.
The role of three-dimensional (3D) computed tomography (CT) reconstructions in improving classification reliability is under investigation.

Purpose of the Study:

To evaluate the impact of 3D volume-rendering CT reconstructions on inter- and intraobserver reliability.
To compare the reliability of six common calcaneal fracture classification systems with and without 3D CT.

Main Methods:

Four observers assessed 64 calcaneal fractures using two-dimensional (2D) CT with multiplanar reconstructions.
The same fractures were re-evaluated using 3D volume-rendering CT reconstructions.
Six classification systems (OTA, Essex-Lopresti, Sanders, Crosby, Zwipp, Regazzoni) were applied in both conditions.

Main Results:

Interobserver reliability was moderate for most classifications (OTA, Essex-Lopresti, Sanders, Crosby, Regazzoni) with both 2D and 3D CT.
The Zwipp classification showed poor interobserver reliability with 2D CT, improving to moderate with 3D reconstructions.
Intraobserver reliability was good for Essex-Lopresti and moderate for others with 2D CT; all classifications achieved moderate intraobserver reliability with 3D CT.

Conclusions:

3D CT reconstructions provide minor added value for the OTA, Essex-Lopresti, Sanders, Crosby, and Regazzoni calcaneal fracture classifications.
3D reconstructions can significantly improve the reproducibility of the Zwipp classification, making it comparable to others.
Potential benefits of 3D reconstructions beyond current classification systems warrant further investigation.