Growth Plate Injuries — Flashcards

_____ sign evaluates skeletal maturation using the ossification of the iliac apophysis, in the evaluation of scoliosis

The metaphyseal fragment in Type II Salter Harris # is sometimes called the _____ fragment

Fracture of radial head occurs when the child falls on the hand with the elbow extended and forced into _____

The most common site of osteochondritis dissecans of the knee is the _____ part of the medial femoral condyle.

Hint: medial/lateral

Hip fractures in the pediatric population are classified according to _____ classification

Common presentations of unicameral bone cysts include _____ and may cause growth disturbances due to its proximity to the growth plate.

What is the pathogenesis of Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease?

Which of the following is associated with acute hip/knee pain and altered gait (outward facing toe gait)? _____

_____ disease is intraarticular epiphyseal osteochondromas.

Which of the following usually occurs in children between 12-14 years old? _____