Russe Classification (Scaphoid Fracture)
Russe classification of scaphoid (carpal navicular) fractures by the orientation of the fracture line relative to the scaphoid long axis.
Open the calculator → Runs in your browser. Data leaves only if you deliberately send a problem report from the interactive tool.
Example
- Russe orientation
- Transverse - compressive + shear, intermediate
Result: Russe transverse: the fracture line runs transversely across the scaphoid; both compressive and shear forces act, intermediate stability.
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What the result means
- Horizontal oblique
- Compressive forces predominate; the most stable Russe pattern.
- Transverse
- Both compressive and shear forces; intermediate stability.
- Vertical oblique
- Shear forces predominate; the least stable Russe pattern.
What you enter
- Russe orientation
How this is calculated
Russe O. Fracture of the carpal navicular: diagnosis, non-operative treatment, and operative treatment. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 1960;42-A:759-768. Read the source ↗
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