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Rickets in adolescence.

G J Hunter, A Schneidau, J V Hunter

    Clinical Radiology
    |September 1, 1984
    PubMed
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    Radiological diagnosis of rickets involves examining epiphyseal growth plates. In adolescents, abnormal widening of iliac and ischial centers aids in rickets diagnosis and treatment monitoring.

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    Area of Science:

    • Radiology
    • Pediatric Orthopedics
    • Endocrinology

    Background:

    • Rickets diagnosis typically relies on assessing epiphyseal growth plates.
    • Epiphyseal fusion occurs in late adolescence, complicating traditional rickets diagnosis.

    Observation:

    • In adolescents with rickets, secondary ossification centers of the ilium and ischium may show abnormal widening.
    • This widening can be present even when other epiphyses have fused.

    Findings:

    • The iliac crest's appearance is a valuable diagnostic indicator for rickets in adolescents.
    • Radiographic assessment of the iliac crest aids in monitoring treatment effectiveness.

    Implications:

    • This finding expands diagnostic criteria for rickets in the adolescent population.
  • Utilizing the iliac crest offers a practical method for both diagnosing and tracking rickets treatment outcomes.