Last updated on July 6 2022
Description
Deformity depends on the degree of fracture displacement. Fractures angulated more than determined values usually need to be reduced. Metaphyseal fractures have a peak incidence during adolescence due to weakening through the metaphysis with rapid growth.
This procedure allows measuring the angle between the long axis of a long bone and fracture angle on the metaphysis.
Measurements
The measurement made by the procedure is displayed in the image:
- Metaphyseal Shaft Fracture Angle (MSFA): the angle between the axis of a long bone and the axis of the fractured fragment on the metaphysis.
How to perform
After selecting this procedure in the sidebar, as well as, the side where you will perform the procedure, you must mark the points to conclude it. To see the caption of each point you need to click on this button 
Beware: you can change the position of the points at this stage or later. To do this, simply click on each handle with the left mouse button and move them to the most suitable position.
This procedure has no advanced configuration.