Assessment of acetabular version by plain radiograph

• Published in: The American journal of orthopedics (Belle Mead, N.J.) Vol. 36; no. 1; p. 39
• Main Authors: Markel, David C, Andary, John L, Pagano, Paul, Nasser, Sam
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: United States 01.01.2007
• Subjects: Acetabulum - anatomy & histology; Acetabulum - diagnostic imaging; Acetabulum - physiopathology; Arthrography - methods; Arthroplasty, Replacement, Hip; Follow-Up Studies; Hip Joint - anatomy & histology; Hip Joint - diagnostic imaging; Humans

Radiographs are routinely used to assess the condition and position of the acetabular component. The condition of the cement mantle, or the ingrowth potential, is usually easily recognized. Component-bone position can be assessed by using the method of Ranawat or by measuring abduction angles. Asses...