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Kunal Shah¹, Agnivesh Tikoo¹, Manish K Kothari¹

¹Wockhardt Hospitals, 1877, Dr. Anand Rao Nair Road, Mumbai Central (E), Mumbai- 400 011, India.

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Pediatric spinal trauma, particularly in the cervical spine, is rare but often missed. Early diagnosis through understanding pediatric anatomy and injury patterns is crucial to prevent severe consequences.

Keywords:

Cervical Diagnosis Management Pediatric Synchondrosis Trauma

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Area of Science:

Pediatric Orthopedics
Trauma Surgery
Radiology

Background:

Pediatric spinal trauma is an uncommon yet complex condition.
Cervical spine injuries in children are frequently overlooked in standard imaging.
Understanding the developing spine's unique physiology is vital.

Purpose of the Study:

To review the literature on pediatric cervical trauma.
To summarize the unique anatomy, injury patterns, and management of pediatric spinal injuries.

Main Methods:

Comprehensive literature search on PubMed and other databases for pediatric cervical trauma.
Synthesis of information regarding pediatric spine anatomy, diagnostic challenges, and treatment strategies.

Main Results:

Immature spines exhibit distinct injury patterns requiring specialized knowledge.
Clinical examination and appropriate investigations are key for initial assessment by primary physicians.
A high index of suspicion and a strategic diagnostic approach are essential for early detection.

Conclusions:

Pediatric spinal injuries are infrequent but characteristic.
Missed diagnoses can lead to severe outcomes, including mortality.
A deep understanding of pediatric anatomy and common injury presentations facilitates timely diagnosis.