Abstract:Introduction:The wrist and ankle are complex and injury-prone anatomical regions that can be overlooked when evaluated with conventional radiography. Delayed treatment of an occult lesion impacts the quality of life of the patient and the resources of the health system. Objective: The objective of the study was to determine the prevalence of occult traumatic injuries to the wrist and ankle using simple radiography in the general population. Materials and methods: A systematic search was carried out in the Medl… Show more
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