Evaluating the accuracy of the SMART Taylor spatial frame software – comparison with manual radiographic analysis methods
Date
2021-06-30
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Wolters Kluwer - Medknow
Abstract
Background: The accuracy of hexapod circular external fixator deformity correction is contingent on
the precision of radiographic analysis during the planning stage. The aim of this study was to compare
the SMART Taylor spatial frame (TSF) in suite radiographic analysis methods with the traditional
manual deformity analysis methods in terms of accuracy of correction. Methods: Sawbones models
were used to simulate two commonly encountered clinical scenarios. Traditional manual radiographic
analysis and digital SMART TSF analysis methods were used to correct the simulated deformities.
Results: The final outcomes of all six analysis methods across both simulated scenarios were
satisfactory. Any differences in residual deformity between the analysis methods are unlikely to
be clinically relevant. All three SMART TSF digital analyses were faster to complete than manual
radiographic analyses. Conclusion: With experience and a good understanding of the software,
manual radiographic analysis can be extremely accurate and remains the gold standard for deformity
analysis. In suite SMART TSF radiographic analysis is fast and precise to within clinically relevant
parameters. Surgeons can with confidence trust the SMART TSF software to provide analysis and
corrections that are clinically acceptable.
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CITATION: Ferreira N, Arkell C, Fortuin F, Saini AK.2021. Evaluating the accuracy of the SMART taylor spatial frame software – Comparison with manual radiographic analysis methods. J Limb Lengthen Reconstr 7:31-6. doi.10.4103/jllr.jllr_5_21
The original publication is available at: jlimblengthrecon.org
The original publication is available at: jlimblengthrecon.org
Keywords
External skeletal fixation (Surgery), Abnormalities, Human, Ankle -- Fractures, Radiography in orthopedics, Taylor spatial frame