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ReviewDer Radiologe2019

[Osteoarthritis classifications : Modification proposal for the criteria of Kellgren and Vallotton].

R Braunschweig, G Spahn, M Regier, M-A Weber

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R BraunschweigRadiologisches Zentrum, Max-Grundig-Klinik, Schwarzwaldhochstraße 1, 77815, Bühl/Baden, Deutschland. rainer.braunschweig@icloud.com.
G SpahnPraxisklinik für Orthopädie und Unfallchirurgie Eisenach, Eisenach, Deutschland.
M RegierRadiologie München, München, Deutschland.
M-A WeberInstitut für Diagnostische und Interventionelle Radiologie, Kinder- und Neuroradiologie, Universitätsklinikum Rostock, Rostock, Deutschland.

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backgroundIn imaging diagnostics, classification schemes are very common. As far as osteoarthritis is concerned, the Kellgren classification is the most popular. However, the Kellgren classification, which has been used for more than 50 years, is based on nonspecific criteria; thus, high interobserver variability has been reported. In addition, the Kellgren classifications have not been coordinated with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)-based classification schemes, e.g., Vallotton.

aimIn this paper, we present some modifications concerning the criteria for both the Kellgren classification and its comparison with the MRI-based Vallotton classification.

methodsThe current surgical and imaging classifications and the precision of the nomenclature are analyzed. X‑ray and MRI findings are compared.

resultsSuggestions for both a modification of the Kellgren classification as far as the criteria are concerned and a hierarchy (ranking) of X‑ray and MRI findings to make clinical decisions more valuable are proposed.

conclusionThese proposed modifications (Kellgren and ranking) would be helpful for routine reporting and allow for better interobserver reliability, in particular for special reports (e.g. consultations, expert opinions, advanced diagnostics).

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OsteoarthritisHumansMagnetic Resonance ImagingObserver VariationOsteoarthritis, KneeRadiographyReproducibility of ResultsHip jointKnee jointMagnetic resonance imagingOsteoarthritis stagesStaging

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