[Computerized tomography and traumatology of the musculoskeletal system]

Value and indication of computerized tomography in diagnostic procedures after trauma of the musculoskeletal system is shown analyzing the case material with CT in traumatized patients. In general CT is not to take place of conventional X-ray methods. We feel CT is indicated in evaluation of: intraarticular fragments, congruity of joints, lesions of the cruciate ligaments and osteocartilagineous fractures, if conventional X-ray procedures prove insufficient.