Classic metaphyseal lesion following external cephalic version and cesarean section
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External Cephalic Version: Is it an Effective and Safe Procedure?
Published on: June 6, 2020
1Department of Diagnostic Radiology, Queen's University, Kingston General Hospital, 76 Stuart Street, K7L 2V7, Kingston, Ontario, Canada. 3jtl@qlink.queensu.ca
Abstract:
We report a case of an otherwise healthy neonate diagnosed at birth with a classic metaphyseal lesion of the proximal tibia following external cephalic version for frank breech presentation and a subsequent urgent cesarean section. Although the classic metaphyseal lesion is considered highly specific for infant abuse, this case demonstrates the importance of obtaining a history of obstetric trauma for neonates presenting to the imaging department for suspected non-accidental injury.