Classic metaphyseal lesion of distal tibia following footling breech delivery

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Abstract

Classic metaphyseal lesions associated with childbirth are rare. We report a distal tibial metaphyseal fracture following a difficult breech delivery. Classic metaphyseal fractures are considered highly specific injuries associated with non-accidental trauma. This case depicts a classic metaphyseal lesion sustained during footling breech extraction in an urgent delivery. The traction and torque placed on the distal extremities during this difficult delivery suggest a potential mechanism for this injury.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)1840-1842
Number of pages3
JournalPediatric Radiology
Volume49
Issue number13
DOIs
StatePublished - Dec 1 2019

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • Pediatrics, Perinatology, and Child Health
  • Radiology Nuclear Medicine and imaging

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