The accuracy of MRI diagnosis of thumb ulnar collateral ligament injuries over physical examination in clinical decision-making for surgery
Thus, MRI did not influence the indication for surgery beyond what was determined by a meticulous physical examination. A thorough clinical assessment remains the mainstay, reserving MRI for diagnostically challenging scenarios or when detailed anatomical visualization is necessary.
Authors
- Jan Neumann (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4388-737X)
- Philipp Moog (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5002-8149)
- Klaus Woertler (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0124-9735)
- Hans‐Günther Machens (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3852-6433)
- Haydar Kükrek (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2340-2489)
- Nicolas Orbenes
Institutions
- TUM Klinikum (DE)
- Kantonsspital Graubünden (CH)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Archives of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery
- Published
- 2025-05-24
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1007/s00402-025-05923-8
- Citations
- 1
- Primary Topic
- Orthopedic Surgery and Rehabilitation
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 2.01