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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Orthopaedics
  • Traumatology
  • Radiology

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  • Distal radius fractures are the most frequent orthopaedic injury in children.
  • Incidence is rising due to sports, obesity, and lower bone density.
  • Fractures typically result from falls on an outstretched arm or direct trauma.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the epidemiology, classification, diagnosis, and management of pediatric distal radius fractures.
  • To highlight the importance of physical examination and radiographic assessment.
  • To outline treatment considerations based on fracture type and patient factors.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current literature on pediatric distal radius fractures.
  • Classification systems (Salter-Harris for physeal, completeness for extraphyseal) discussed.
  • Diagnostic imaging (PA and lateral wrist radiographs) emphasized.

Main Results:

  • Nonsurgical management is preferred due to excellent remodeling potential.
  • Closed reduction and percutaneous pinning are options for significant angulation/displacement.
  • Delayed manipulation (>10 days) of physeal fractures risks growth arrest.

Conclusions:

  • Accurate diagnosis and appropriate management are crucial for optimal outcomes.
  • Understanding fracture patterns and growth potential guides treatment decisions.
  • Timely intervention is key, especially avoiding manipulation in certain delayed physeal fracture cases.