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V Brøndum

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PubMed1994

[Scaphoid fractures. Fracture types and localization].

The incidence, localization, and type of scaphoid fractures found in a well-defined population is described. Fractures of the carpal scaphoid (n = 442) of which 19 (5%) were nonunions were identified during an eight-year period. Among inhabitants living in the Odense Municipality (population at risk 170,648 in 1983 to 174,948 in 1989) 222 males and 51 females who sustained scaphoid fractures during a seven-year period were used for computation of incidence. During the survey, there was an average annual incidence of scaphoid fracture of eight per 100,000 females, and 38 per 100,000 males. The average annual incidence per 100,000 inhabitants of carpal scaphoid fractures according to the location was proximal two, middle 15, and distal six. Average annual incidence per 100,000 inhabitants of carpal scaphoid fractures according to type was transverse seven, horizontal oblique nine, vertical oblique one, avulsion/fracture of the tuberosity five, and not stated one.

Adolescent↗
PubMed1993

An algorithm for acute wrist trauma. A systematic approach to diagnosis.

A systematic approach to the acute traumatized wrist is of importance to achieve early diagnosis, with efficient use of advanced imaging modalities. In a 6-month period 641 patients aged 15 years or over were examined using an algorithm for acute wrist trauma in order to secure early and appropriate treatment. In 293 (46%) cases routine radiographic examination supplied sufficient information to establish a fracture diagnosis. All 33 scaphoid fractures (including five scaphoid non-unions) were demonstrated on the initial X-ray examination. In 56 patients (9%) scintigraphy proved useful for selecting cases in need of further radiographic examination. Among 31 patients with focal activity on bone scintigraphy, CT and/or tomography revealed eight distal radial fractures, one fracture of the ulnar styloid, and eight fractures of carpal bones. Fractures were revealed using tomography and/or "hot spot views" in patients with negative CT examinations suggesting that further examinations should be performed in cases with increased focal activity on bone scintigraphy and a negative CT examination.

Acute Disease↗
PubMed1992

Fracture of the carpal scaphoid: frequency and distribution in a well-defined population.

The incidence, location, and type of scaphoid fractures found in a well-defined population is described. Fractures of the carpal scaphoid (n = 442) were identified during an eight-year period, of which 19 (5%) were nonunions. At the initial radiographic examination the fractures were visible on PA views in 70% of the cases (true lateral 10%, scaphoid view neutral 77%, scaphoid view ulnar deviated 73%, and scaphoid view with the X-ray tube tilted 30 degrees distally 71%). Among inhabitants living in the Odense Municipality (population at risk 170648 in 1983 to 174948 in 1989) 222 males and 51 females (age range 9-87 year) sustaining scaphoid fractures during a seven-year were period used for computation of incidences. During the survey, there was an average annual incidence of scaphoid fracture of 8 per 100000 females, and 38 per 100000 males. All patients (except a 9-year-old male) were aged 10 years or over. In the age-group 10-14 years there was an average annual incidence of 3 per 100000 females, and 39 per 100000 males. Average annual incidence per 100000 inhabitants of carpal scaphoid fractures according to the location was proximal 6, middle 15, and distal (fractures of the tuberosity included) 2. Average annual incidence per 100000 inhabitants of carpal scaphoid fractures according to type was transverse 7, horizontal oblique 9, vertical oblique 1, avulsion/fracture of the tuberosity 5, and not stated 1.

Adolescent↗
PubMed1992

Epidemiology of scaphoid fractures in Odense, Denmark.

During a 7-year period, 273 scaphoid fractures were diagnosed in the approximately 175,000 residents of the municipality of Odense. The average annual incidence of scaphoid fracture was 8 per 100,000 women and 38 per 100,000 men, predominantly in young persons. The cause of injury was a fall in 69 percent and a blow in 28 percent.

Adolescent↗
PubMed1991

[Surgical treatment of forearm fractures].

A retrospective investigation was undertaken on 62 patients with 103 fractures. Of these, 61 fractures were treated with Rush pin, ten with plate osteosynthesis and three with cerclage. Fifty-three patients were followed up. This revealed that 50% of the patients achieved excellent or satisfactory results. 39% did not have satisfactory results while six patients (9.7%) developed pseudoarthrosis and thus unacceptable results. The healing percentage was 92.3 and the infection rate 3.1. These results are considerably better than previously reported series of forearm fractures treated with medullary osteosynthesis and they are comparable with the results of plate osteosynthesis. Rush pin osteosynthesis appears to be as good as plate osteosynthesis but this should be illustrated by means of a controlled investigation.

Adolescent↗
PubMed1990

[Radiographic diagnosis of abdominal manifestations of AIDS].

Abdominal complications as intercurrent infections and malignancies in AIDS-patients are one of the principal sources of morbidity and mortality in this disease. Air-contrast barium radiography of the gastrointestinal tract and computed tomography or sonography of the abdomen is of great clinical value in the evaluation of visceral and nodal lesions in AIDS. The diagnosis is impeded by the coexistence of several diseases in many of the patients and the nonspecificity of the radiographic findings.

AIDS-Related Complex↗
PubMed1990

Cholelithiasis in a 5-year-old girl--case report.

A case of cholelithiasis in a 5-year-old girl is presented in which the main symptom was recurrent pain of the upper abdomen. The diagnosis was made by ultrasound examination of the abdomen and confirmed at surgery. Possible etiological factors of gallstones in children are discussed and the role of abdominal ultrasound examination is emphasized.

Abdominal Pain↗
PubMed1990

Intussusception in children: plain abdominal radiograph and reduction by barium enema in relation to clinical features.

A retrospective study of 98 patients representing 104 instances of intussusception is reviewed. Criteria for inclusion in the study were: the patients primary admitted to the department of diagnostic radiology, plain abdominal radiographs performed prior to barium enema (BE) and/or surgery and diagnosis confirmed by BE or surgery. A success rate of BE reduction of 58.6% was achieved. The clinical features are described and the value of plain abdominal radiograph in ruling out the diagnosis of intussusception is discussed.

Barium Sulfate↗
PubMed1989

Atypic appendicitis acuta.

The diagnosis appendicitis acuta is usually based on interview and clinical examination of the patient. In some cases, however the clinical picture is not typical. This report demonstrates a case of chronic appendicitis with intraluminal calcifications detected by ultrasound and plain X-ray. The combination of these two examinations increased the diagnostic security and therefore accelerated surgical intervention thus reducing the risk of perforation of the appendix.

Acute Disease↗