KEY FACTS Terminology Fracture of immature skeleton involving cartilaginous primary growth plate (physis) Imaging Most fractures detected & managed by radiographs alone Widening or interruption of normally uniform undulating lucent physis Translation &/or angulation of bony fragment adjacent to physis…
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KEY FACTS Terminology Nonrandom association of anomalies involving multiple organ systems V ertebral/vascular A nal atresia/auricular C ardiac T racheoesophageal fistula E sophageal atresia R enal/radial ray/rib L imb VACTERL association diagnosed when ≥ 3 of above malformations present; causative…
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Imaging Modalities Radiography Although there have been great advances in imaging technology, radiographs (i.e., x-rays or plain films) remain the most important imaging test in most circumstances of suspected musculoskeletal pathology. Most studies will require 2-3 views to adequately image…
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KEY FACTS Terminology Definition Spontaneous twisting of pedunculated vestigial remnant along testicle or epididymis causing ischemia & pain Synonyms Twisted appendage, torsed appendix testis, torsion of appendix epididymis, appendiceal torsion Imaging US with Doppler best imaging modality Appendage size best…