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Hangman's fracture in an abused infant: imaging features
1Department of Radiology, Imaging Center for Child Abuse and Neglect, University of Massachusetts Medical Center, 55 Lake Avenue, North, Worcester, MA 01655, USA.
Pediatric Radiology
|September 12, 1997
Insights
This case report details a hangman's fracture in an infant, highlighting the imaging findings. It suggests a potential mechanism of injury in cases of infant abuse.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Radiology
- Forensic Medicine
- Child Abuse Pediatrics
Background:
- Hangman's fracture, a fracture of the C2 vertebra, is rare in infants.
- Infant abuse can manifest with various skeletal injuries, often requiring careful radiologic assessment.
- Recognizing subtle fracture patterns is crucial for diagnosis and intervention.
Abstract:
A case of a hangman's fracture in an abused infant is presented. The imaging features are illustrated and a mechanism of injury is suggested.