title: Delayed union of the distal scaphoid in a child.
abstract: A case of delayed union of the distal pole of the scaphoid in a child is reported. The fracture united after a period of immobilization. A trial of immobilization should be considered before embarking on operative treatment for delayed union or nonunion in children.
mesh_terms: D002348:Carpal Bones / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000293:injuries*; D002648:Child; D005599:Fractures, Ununited / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging* / Q000628:therapy; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D011859:Radiography; D013997:Time Factors; D014945:Wound Healing