Neonatal separation of distal humeral epiphysis during Caesarean section: a case report.

Sabat, Dhananjaya; Maini, Lalit; Gautam, V K · J Orthop Surg (Hong Kong) · 2011

case_report · Level V

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Abstract

We report a rare injury of distal humeral epiphyseal separation in a newborn during a Caesarean section. The diagnosis was made using magnetic resonance imaging. Emergency Caesarean deliveries with considerable traction applied to extract the baby can be the risk factor of such an injury.

Medical subject headings

Anatomy