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    • Orthopedics
    • Pediatric Traumatology
    • Sports Medicine

    Background:

    • Phalangeal fractures are highly prevalent in pediatric and adolescent populations.
    • Incidence peaks in 10-14 year olds, coinciding with participation in contact sports.
    • Younger children often sustain crush injuries, while older children experience sports-related fractures.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To review the epidemiology, diagnosis, and management of pediatric phalangeal fractures.
    • To highlight the susceptibility of the physis (growth plate) to fracture in this age group.
    • To outline current treatment strategies based on fracture characteristics and patient age.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of existing literature on pediatric phalangeal fractures.
    • Analysis of injury mechanisms in different age groups.
    • Discussion of diagnostic methods including physical examination and radiography.
    • Evaluation of management options for both displaced and non-displaced fractures.

    Main Results:

    • Physeal fractures are common due to the physis's biomechanical weakness.
    • Diagnosis relies on clinical assessment and radiographic confirmation.
    • Nondisplaced fractures typically managed with immobilization.
    • Displaced or unstable fractures may necessitate surgical reduction, often closed reduction with percutaneous pinning.

    Conclusions:

    • Pediatric phalangeal fractures require tailored management based on age, injury severity, and displacement.
    • Understanding the unique biomechanics of the pediatric physis is crucial for appropriate treatment.
    • Non-operative management is preferred for stable fractures, while surgical intervention is reserved for unstable or significantly displaced injuries.