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Imaging the child with a limp

M T Myers1, G H Thompson

  • 1Department of Radiology, Rainbow Babies and Children's Hospital, University Hospitals of Cleveland, Ohio, USA.

Pediatric Clinics of North America
|June 1, 1997
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A thorough history and physical exam are crucial for diagnosing pediatric limp causes. Radiographs are the primary imaging tool, guiding further imaging choices like sonography, CT, bone scintigraphy, or MR imaging.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Orthopedics
  • Medical Imaging
  • Diagnostic Radiology

Background:

  • Limping in children can stem from numerous pathological conditions.
  • Accurate diagnosis requires a systematic approach, starting with clinical evaluation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline an effective strategy for diagnosing the causes of pediatric limp.
  • To emphasize the role of clinical assessment in guiding imaging selection.

Main Methods:

  • Detailed history taking and physical examination to narrow down potential diagnoses.
  • Initial use of radiography due to its high sensitivity and specificity for bone pathology.
  • Selection of subsequent imaging modalities (sonography, CT, bone scintigraphy, MR imaging) based on initial findings and clinical suspicion.

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Main Results:

  • Radiographs are frequently diagnostic for pediatric limp.
  • Clinical evaluation effectively guides the choice of advanced imaging techniques when needed.

Conclusions:

  • A combination of thorough clinical evaluation and judicious use of imaging modalities is essential for diagnosing pediatric limp.
  • Radiographs serve as the cornerstone of initial imaging in the workup of pediatric limp.