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[Not a fall--not abuse--not a rare finding?].

T Schultz1

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Der Unfallchirurg
|November 27, 2007
PubMed
Summary

Congenital syphilis in infants can mimic bone trauma, presenting with epiphyseal destruction and periosteal changes. Early diagnosis and penicillin G treatment lead to a complete cure, avoiding unnecessary orthopedic interventions.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Radiology
  • Infectious Diseases

Background:

  • Congenital syphilis is a serious infection transmitted from mother to child.
  • Skeletal manifestations in congenital syphilis can be mistaken for traumatic injuries.
  • Accurate diagnosis is crucial for appropriate treatment and preventing long-term complications.

Observation:

  • An infant presented with right arm pain, X-rays revealed epiphyseal destruction and double periosteal contours.
  • Similar bone alterations were noted in all long bones.
  • The clinical and radiological findings were consistent with florid congenital syphilis.

Findings:

  • Congenital syphilis was confirmed through patient history and laboratory tests.
  • The infant and both parents received successful treatment with penicillin G.

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  • Orthopedic intervention was unnecessary, and the plaster cast was removed after diagnosis.

    • Implications:

    • Recognizing specific radiological signs of congenital syphilis is key to avoiding misdiagnosis of trauma.
    • Prompt antibiotic treatment can lead to complete resolution of skeletal abnormalities.
    • Screening and treating pregnant mothers for syphilis prevents congenital infections and their skeletal sequelae.