Publications by authors named "Maximiliaan A Poppelaars"
Children (Basel)
June 2022
Article Synopsis
- The study focuses on the 'fat pad sign' (FPS) seen in children with suspected elbow fractures and aims to clarify its definition, diagnosis, and treatment among orthopedic professionals worldwide.*
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- An international survey of 133 pediatric orthopedic surgeons revealed significant variability in FPS definitions and treatment strategies, highlighting the lack of standardized guidelines.*
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- The research established a reliable cut-off angle of 16° to define a positive anterior fat pad sign, with very high sensitivity and specificity, contributing to better diagnostic accuracy for elbow injuries in children.*
