Multiple epiphyseal fractures in an athlete.
Avulsion fractures occur in the adolescent population at apophyseal locations in the lower extremities. Well-developed adolescents seem to be more prone to these than leaner counterparts. Physicians and coaches should be aware of this factor and the possibility of multiple avulsion fracture in the same individual.
Blatz
D J
DJ
D000293:Adolescent; D001265:Athletic Injuries / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D005596:Fractures, Closed / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D006132:Growth Plate / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D011859:Radiography; D000072042:Salter-Harris Fractures; D013978:Tibial Fractures / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*