European radiology
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Comparative Study
Computed tomography compared to magnetic resonance imaging in occult or suspect hip fractures. A retrospective study in 44 patients.
Computed tomography (CT) for evaluation of occult and suspect hip fractures has been proposed as a good second-line investigation. The diagnostic precision compared to magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is unclear. ⋯ • Experience is highly influential in diagnosing occult or suspect hip fractures at CT • Inconclusive hip CT shows high inter-rater reliability at experienced review • There was low diagnostic accuracy via CT compared to MRI for all interpreters • Hip fractures can readily be diagnosed at MRI regardless of radiological experience.