Pediatric Ankle Fractures: Concepts and Treatment Principles.
review · Level V
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.fcl.2015.07.004 and PMC identifier 4912125.
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Abstract
Current clinical concepts are reviewed regarding the epidemiology, anatomy, evaluation, and treatment of pediatric ankle fractures. Correct diagnosis and management relies on appropriate examination, imaging, and knowledge of fracture patterns specific to children. Treatment is guided by patient history, physical examination, plain film radiographs and, in some instances, computed tomography. Treatment goals are to restore acceptable limb alignment, physeal anatomy, and joint congruency. For high-risk physeal fractures, patients should be monitored for growth disturbance as needed until skeletal maturity.
Medical subject headings
- Ankle Fractures
Anatomy
- ankle