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X-ray interpretation of 10 common adult fractures

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Dr Nadya Jabbar, Dr Jolanta Makowska-Webb
Foundation Years Journal, volume 8, issue 1, p.24 (123Doc Education, London, January 2014)

Abstract

Two radiologists have put together a short tour through 10 most commonly encountered in adults fractures. The cases have been chosen for their frequency, importance of prompt diagnosis and typical clinical presentations aiding pattern recognition. Salient features have been presented as bullet points for a quick reference. Common pitfalls to avoid have been stressed.

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Authors

Dr Nadya Jabbar

ST3 Radiology
Mersey School of Radiology
nadyajabbar@gmail.com

Dr Jolanta Makowska-Webb

Consultant Radiologist
Aintree University Hospitals
jolantawebb@hotmail.co.uk

References

1. Stern EJ ed. Trauma Radiology Companion. Philadelphia, USA: Lippincott- Raven Publishers 1997.
2. Black DM, Kelly MP, Genant HK et al. Bisphosphonates and fractures of the subtrochanteric or diaphyseal femur. N Engl J Med. 2010;362: 1761-1771. (doi – 10.1056/NEJMoa1001086).

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