Educational paper: imaging child abuse: the bare bones.

ABSTRACT: Fractures are reported to be the second most common findings in child abuse, after skin lesions such as bruises and contusions. This makes careful interpretation of childhood fractures in relation to the provided clinical history important. In this literature review, we address imaging techniques and the prevailing protocols as well as fractures, frequently seen in child abuse, and the differential diagnosis of these fractures. The use of a standardised protocol in radiological imaging is stressed, as adherence to the international guidelines has been consistently poor. As fractures are a relatively common finding in childhood and interpretation is sometimes difficult, involvement of a paediatric radiologist is important if not essential. Adherence to international guidelines necessitates

SUBMITTER: van Rijn RR 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC3258405 | biostudies-literature | 2012 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature