Tomosynthesis Use in Detecting Subtle Occult Hip Fractures

Tomosynthesis Use in Detecting Subtle Occult Hip Fractures

The purpose of this project is to determine if using tomosynthesis, in conjunction with x-ray, is better at detecting hip fractures than using x-ray alone. The goal of this study will be to include the use of tomosynthesis with x-ray as usual practice when a patient comes to the emergency room with symptoms of a hip fracture.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Men and women aged > 18 years who/se:
• Present at the ER with a possible hip fracture and
• Have a negative x-ray for a hip fracture
• Physician has a high clinical suspicion of a hip fracture
• Provide provision of informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

• Hip prosthesis on the same side of the suspected hip fracture
• Other serious medical illness that is likely to interfere with study participation
• Significant psychiatric illness, senility, dementia, alcohol or substance abuse, which could impair the ability to provide informed consent and to adhere to the trial procedures
• Pregnant or suspected pregnancy