Statistical Validation of the Grand Rapids Arch Collapse Classification.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The Grand Rapids Arch Collapse Classification system was devised in 2011 to assist physicians' and patients' understanding of the mechanisms underlying arch collapse. Five types of arch collapse are described, based on which part of the foot or ankle is affected. The purpose of this study was to determine the inter- and intrarater reliability of this classification system when used by physicians with various levels of training.

Methods

A senior author identified a stratified selection of 50 patients (10 per classification type) who presented with foot/ankle pain and suitable radiographs. A survey was designed using prediagnosis radiographs and clinical synopses of the patient's chart. The survey consisted of a description of the classification scheme and the 50 ca

SUBMITTER: Burkard D 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8696950 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature