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Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease: Correlation between Computed Radiography and Magnetic Resonance Imaging
N R Banu1, M Z Kamal, M S Uddin
1Dr Neli Rubyat Sanzida Banu, Assistant Professor (Radiology & Imaging), Mymensingh Medical College (MMC), Mymensingh, Bangladesh.
This study compared computed radiography (X-ray) and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) for diagnosing Legg-Calve-Perthes disease. MRI is superior for early diagnosis and staging, though X-ray remains a viable option when MRI is unavailable.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedics
- Radiology
- Pediatric Imaging
Background:
- Legg-Calve-Perthes disease affects children, causing hip joint pain and mobility issues.
- Accurate diagnosis and staging are crucial for effective treatment planning.
Purpose of the Study:
- To diagnose Legg-Calve-Perthes disease using computed radiography (CR) and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI).
- To accurately stage the disease and correlate findings between CR and MRI.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional study involving 35 patients diagnosed with Legg-Calve-Perthes disease.
- Patients underwent both computed radiography and MRI examinations.
- Data analysis included chi-square tests to assess relationships between variables.
Main Results:
- The study included patients aged 5-13 years, with a mean age of 9.63 years.
- A fair interrelationship was found between X-ray and MRI findings.
- MRI demonstrated a finer difference in staging compared to X-ray, indicating its superiority for early detection.
Conclusions:
- MRI is a better tool for the early diagnosis and staging of Legg-Calve-Perthes disease.
- Computed radiography can be used as a primary diagnostic tool when MRI is not accessible or is cost-prohibitive.
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