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The distal radius and ulna (DRU) classification is an accurate parameter of a child’s maturity status

DRU Classification

by Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, The University of Hong Kong

What is it about?

The distal radius and ulna (DRU) classification is an accurate parameter of a child’s maturity status. It is useful for management of spine and limb deformities as it can predict the peak growth spurt and growth cessation with good sensitivity and specificity. It has also been shown to be an indicator of scoliosis curve progression and predict which curves will deteriorate. This app provides users with a tool to understand the DRU classification, how to use the classification for grading skeletal maturity, and also for guiding treatment. In addition, this app has a calculation function for final body height prediction for female patients with idiopathic scoliosis.

App Details

Version
2.0
Rating
NA
Size
27Mb
Genre
Medical Education
Last updated
January 5, 2022
Release date
March 24, 2017
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The distal radius and ulna (DRU) classification is an accurate parameter of a child’s maturity status. It is useful for management of spine and limb deformities as it can predict the peak growth spurt and growth cessation with good sensitivity and specificity. It has also been shown to be an indicator of scoliosis curve progression and predict which curves will deteriorate. This app provides users with a tool to understand the DRU classification, how to use the classification for grading skeletal maturity, and also for guiding treatment. In addition, this app has a calculation function for final body height prediction for female patients with idiopathic scoliosis.



Current features:

1. Explanation of the DRU classification

2. Distal radius and ulna features on x-rays for grading

3. DRU grading quiz

4. Final height prediction calculator

5. Useful publications in this field of paediatric skeletal growth and scoliosis curve progression



Features to come:

1. Curve progression prediction

2. Image capture and automated grading and prediction

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