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[Post-traumatic arthritis of the wrist caused by an intra-articular foreign body]
Archives Francaises De Pediatrie
|December 1, 1986
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A child
Area of Science:
- Orthopedics
- Pediatric Traumatology
- Sports Medicine
Background:
- Post-traumatic arthritis can develop after joint injuries.
- Intra-articular foreign bodies pose a risk for complications.
- Delayed diagnosis of wrist trauma in children can occur.
Observation:
- A 12-year-old child presented with wrist pain and swelling.
- The patient had a history of unrecognized wrist trauma.
- Imaging revealed intra-articular metallic foreign bodies.
Findings:
- The patient was diagnosed with post-traumatic arthritis of the wrist.
- A synovial granuloma was identified.
- Surgical excision of the granuloma and foreign bodies was performed.
Implications:
- Early recognition and management of pediatric wrist trauma are crucial.
- Intra-articular foreign bodies require prompt removal to prevent complications.
- Surgical intervention can lead to favorable outcomes in post-traumatic arthritis cases.
Abstract:
The authors report the case of a 12 year-old child presenting with post-traumatic arthritis of the wrist with intra-articular metallic foreign bodies. The trauma was initially considered to be benign, not operated on and forgotten by the child and its family. Excision of a synovial granuloma was followed by a favorable outcome.