Courtesy:Dr Amr Abdelgawad, Associate Professor, University of Texas, USA www.facebook.com/pediatricorthopedic Non-accidental trauma (NAT) – Orthopaedic Perspective Definition Non-accidental trauma (NAT): Injury intentionally inflicted or due to neglect Previously referred to as: Child abuse Epidemiology Occurs in ~1–1.5% of children annually Significant global burden Key Demographic Most common in: Children < 3 years of age […]
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Enigmatic Elbow: Read the x-ray carefully
Courtesy: Dr. Salil Upasani, Ashok Shyam, IORG, OrthoTV Pediatric Elbow X-ray – Quick Orthopedic Notes 1. Why Pediatric Elbow X-ray is Difficult Multiple secondary ossification centers Large cartilaginous component not visible on X-ray Ossification centers appear at different ages 2. Ossification Centers (CRITOE) – Must Know Elbow ossification centers CRITOE Order of Appearance Capitellum: […]
Salter Harris Epiphyseal Injury Classification
Salter – Harris Fracture Classification Salter-Harris fracture is a common injury found in children which involves the growth plates of the long bones. Approximately 15-30% of all childhood fractures are growth plate fractures and are common in the lower leg bones (tibia and fibula). It is important to detect these fractures as they may affect […]
