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The persistently irritable joint in childhood an orthopaedic perspective
European Journal of Radiology
|March 11, 2000
Insights
Persistent joint pain in children has many causes. This overview covers acquired and congenital orthopaedic conditions leading to joint irritability and pain in pediatric patients.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Orthopaedics
- Musculoskeletal Disorders
Background:
- Persistent joint or periarticular irritability and pain are common presenting complaints in pediatric patients.
- A broad differential diagnosis must be considered to accurately diagnose the underlying cause.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a comprehensive overview of orthopaedic conditions causing joint pain in children.
- To explore both acquired and congenital etiologies of pediatric joint pain.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of acquired and congenital orthopaedic conditions.
- Analysis of conditions presenting with joint irritability and pain in pediatric populations.
Main Results:
- Identified a wide spectrum of orthopaedic pathologies.
- Categorized conditions into acquired (e.g., trauma, infection, inflammatory) and congenital (e.g., developmental dysplasia, skeletal dysplasias).
Conclusions:
- Accurate diagnosis of pediatric joint pain requires consideration of diverse orthopaedic conditions.
- Understanding the range of acquired and congenital causes is crucial for effective management.
Abstract:
Persistent joint or periarticular irritability and pain in children can have numerous explanations. This overview explores the diverse range of orthopaedic conditions, both acquired and congenital, that may lead to such a presentation.