[Contribution of x-ray computed tomography to the diagnosis and treatment of fractures of the acetabulum. Apropos of 88 cases].

Eighty-eight recent fractures of the acetabulum have been investigated by standard antero-posterior and oblique radiographs and by CT scanning. The results of the two examinations have been compared. Whilst the type of fracture is well defined by radiography, CT scanning frequently reveals associated lesions, not seen on standard radiographs, which may have an effect on the relationship between the femoral head and the acetabulum.