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Keywords:
Anatomy, Bones, Trauma, Conventional radiography, Statistics, Education, Education and training
Authors:
S. Buttigieg, E. Borg; Msida/MT
DOI:
10.1594/ecr2014/C-2382
Conclusion
Limitations in this study included overall small sample size and low numbers in each department and grade.
In order to increase participation ratio,
the questionnaire was distributed both by hand and via email,
which could have led to bias.
Whilst it is difficult to assert conclusions in view of the small sample,
there is an indication that a lack of knowledge on the anatomy and radiographic images of carpal bones is present across different levels within the medical profession.
This is particularly indicative amongst medical students and foundation doctors.
Better teaching strategies could be implemented during the medical course and educational material (e.g.
via email and posters) could be promoted.
A re-audit may then be considered to assess the impact of providing informative material