Predictors of True Scaphoid Fractures in Children.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The scaphoid is the most commonly fractured carpal bone in children. True scaphoid fractures have proven to be difficult to diagnose, as they may not be apparent on initial imaging. Children with clinical suspicion of a scaphoid fracture may be treated with continued immobilization, even in the absence of radiographic evidence of a fracture. The purpose of this study is to identify predictors of true scaphoid fractures in children to help guide management.

Methods

This study is a retrospective cohort study of children presenting to a tertiary pediatric hospital with hand or wrist injuries. Patients were grouped based on the presence of a true scaphoid fractures (confirmed on imaging) or those with clinical suspicion of a scaphoid fracture alone (no radiographic ev

SUBMITTER: Milad D 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11571398 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature