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Jafari D, Taheri H, Shariatzade H, Najd Mazhar F, Jalili A, Ghahramani M. Radiographic indices in one hundred fifty normal Iranian wrists. Med J Islam Repub Iran 2012; 26 (3) :132-139
URL: http://mjiri.iums.ac.ir/article-1-1057-en.html
Hormozgan University of Medical Sciences, Mohamadi Hospital, BandarAbbas, Iran. , alirezajalili.jalili@gmail.com
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Abstract

 

Background: Radiography is the most widely available imaging modality. Precise evaluations of wrist x-ray can help diagnosis and evaluate the prognosis of many wrist disorders.

 

Methods: We measured length, angles and indices in 150 posteroanterior and lateral wrist x-rays to determine normal dimensions and variations according to age and sex. All x-rays were made with standard exposure, with the wrist and forearm in a neutral position.

 

Results: The average carpal height ratio was 0.52±0.03 with the Youm method and 1.5±0.09 with the Nattrass method. Mean ulnar variance was +0.99±1.6 mm and mean radial inclination was 25±4 degrees. The average radial tilt was 10±5.1 degrees. Mean scapholunate angle was 50±8.4 degrees (normal range 40 -60).

 

Conclusion: Carpal height, third metacarpal and capitate length were smaller in women than in men. There was a significant positive relationship between all dimensions. Our data base may be used to follow-up in conditions such as carpal instability, osteoarthritis and osteonecrosis, as well as for clinical research.

 
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Type of Study: Original Research | Subject: Orthopedic Surgery

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