SharpAngleApp vs Orthopedic Clinical Signs Lite

The diagnosis of hip dysplasia, the prognosis, the evaluation of different methods of treatment is based mainly on X-rays of the hip joint. For the objective evaluation of hip dysplasia in everyday orthopaedic care the acetabular index (AI) or the Centre-edge angle (CE) are frequent measured. But the measurement of AI is not valid index for acetabular Dysplasia in children over 8 years of age and in cases with subluxation of the femoral head where the centre-edge angle (CE) is not accurately calculated. The acetabular angle of Sharp (AA) is especially designed for theses cases. The acetabular angle of Sharp (AA) is formed by a horizontal line connecting the tips of the both pelvic teardrops and by a line connecting the inferior tip of the pelvic teardrop with the most lateral point of the acetabular roof. Measuring angles in X-rays in clinical settings it is time consuming. Accessory instruments like protractors, goniometers, well sharped pencils, rulers or even transparent papers must be available in a busy everyday practice. Usually you miss or you never had one or another. Also after measurement you have to compare the data that you measure with the normal reference values according to patient age, and decide what could be considered normal in an X-ray of the hip and what is considered pathologic. This way is cumbersome and old fashioned.  The SharpAngle app is medical software aimed for orthopaedic surgeons, providing tools that allow doctors to: -Securely import medical images directly from the camera or stored photos -Offers a very convenient way to determine the most accurate possibly lines in order to measure the angles. By the aid of a circular transparent template, the points of interest are marked accurately. The automatically formed lines, drawn between points, measure automatically the angles of interest. The results are printed in degrees. By inputing the age, of the patient in the App, the measured angle is compared with values from normal reference database according to patient age. In case the measured angle is beyond the normal range for that age, the hips are categorised as borderline dysplastic or dysplastic. -Save the planned images, for later review or consultation. All information received from the software output must be clinically reviewed regarding its plausibility before patient treatment! SharpAngle App is indicated for assisting healthcare professionals. Clinical judgment and experience are required to properly use the software. The software is not for primary image interpretation. The app is a handy tool for an orthopaedic surgeon, radiologist, medical student or resident who wants objectively monitor and determine the severity of dysplasia of the hip. The build-in comparison feature with the normal reference values according to patient age may help decide what could be considered normal or borderline dysplastic or dysplastic. The app is not a simple goniometer, is an enhanced product which offers the ability to compare all the input data with medical reference database. The results are printed on the screen and the hips are categorised as normal or dysplastic according to the AA angle measures respectively. This feature it is particular useful especially in clinical settings where you need a quick results without losing time in looking for reference data according to age variations in huge textbooks. Reference 1.Sharp IK. Acetabular dysplasia. The acetabular angle. J Bone Joint Surg Br 1961; 43B:268–272.

Orthopedic Measurements & Signs is an application for orthopaedic doctors that contains all the measurements and angles used in orthopedic surgery, in addition to all the radiographic signs seen in orthopedic diseases, and a medical calculator for some medical indicators. The application is divided into 3 sections: 1. Measurements and Angles Section: It contains all the measurements and the radiology angles used in diagnosing orthopedic diseases that the orthopaedic doctor uses on every day of his working life. This section is organized by regions of the upper and lower extremities. 2. Radiographic and Clinical Signs Section: It contains the radiological signs that can be seen on the radiographs and clinical signs seen in some diseases and orthopedic surgical cases. This section is also classified according to the regions of the upper and lower extremities. 3. Medical calculator section: It contains some medical calculators such as the body mass index (BMI), the MESS scale to assess the severity of the injury, the Glasgow scale to assess the severity of neurological injury, the ideal weight calculator according to height and the pregnancy calculator. This application is very useful for medical students, orthopedic residents, and orthopedic doctors, as it is an educational application to keep the doctor fully aware of the measurements, angles and radiographic signs that are used to diagnose and treat cases of orthopedic surgery. The application will be updated, and many angles and radiology & clinical signs will be added periodically. Orthopedic Measurements Pro Features (not available in this free version): 1. Add to Favorite 2. Notes section 3. More Measurements & signs Disclaimer Reminding: The App cannot and does not contain medical/health advice. The medical/health information is provided for general informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice. Accordingly, before taking any actions based upon such information, we encourage you to consult with the appropriate professionals. We do not provide any kind of medical/health advice. THE USE OR RELIANCE OF ANY INFORMATION CONTAINED ON OUR MOBILE APPLICATION IS SOLELY AT YOUR OWN RISK.