title: Fractures in children.
abstract: The unique structure and function of the pediatric patient lends them to patterns of osseous trauma not found in their adult counterparts. Epiphyseal anatomy, epidemiology, and classic fracture patterns are reviewed. Early restoration of joint and epiphyseal plate congruity is the objective with a goal of complete functional return and structural integrity at skeletal maturity.
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D000367:Age Factors; D000818:Animals; D016512:Ankle Injuries; D000843:Ankle Joint / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000473:pathology; D001846:Bone Development; D002648:Child; D004838:Epiphyses / Q000293:injuries / Q000473:pathology; D005260:Female; D050723:Fractures, Bone / Q000145:classification / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000473:pathology / Q000628:therapy; D005597:Fractures, Open / Q000628:therapy; D000882:Haplorhini; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D011859:Radiography; D012737:Sex Factors