How radiolucent is it compared with plaster or fiberglass? Can I see fracture lines or callus formation?
With plaster or fiberglass the radiology reports often will indicate that the visualization of the fracture is “limited due to overlying cast material”. Exos is far more radiolucent than either plaster or polyurethane resin fiberglass, allowing for excellent visualization of new callus/bone formation or at the fracture site. Often plaster or fiberglass casts need to be removed in order to see the subtle signs of fracture healing. This of course necessitates placement of the cast and added cost. Removal and replacement is not necessary with Exos.
