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Image classification for Die-punch fracture of intermediate column of the distal radius
Yunhong Ma1, Qudong Yin2, Yongjun Rui1
1Department of Orthopaedics, Wuxi Hand Surgery Hospital, No. 999 Liangxi Road, Wuxi, 214062, Jiangsu, China.
Objective:
The aim of the study was to analyze the imaging findings of Die-punch fracture of intermediate column of the distal radius, and to explore the clinical application value of image classification.
Methods:
The clinical data of 45 patients who were admitted to our hospital from May 2010 to October 2016 were analyzed retrospectively. All patients met the inclusion criteria for Die-punch fracture. X-ray and CT scan were performed to examine the fracture, and the results were assessed by two doctors in a double blind method. Finally, the image classification of Die-punch fracture was formulated.
Results:
According to the imaging features of Die-punch fracture, it was divided into four types: type I (dorsal type, 15 cases), type II (volar type, 8 cases), type III (splitting type, 10 cases), type IV (collapsed type, 12 cases). The accuracy rate of CT was 100% (45/45). The misclassification rate of X-ray was 15.6% (7/45) and the missed diagnosis rate was 11.1% (5/45).
Conclusions:
CT examination could accurately diagnose Die-punch fracture and perform preoperative image classification.
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