Epiphyseal destruction of children's hands after frostbite: a report of two cases.
Two cases of epiphyseal destruction resulting from frostbite in the hands of children are reported. The most significant change observed on the x-ray film was the absence of the epiphyses. Stunted growth and mild flexion deformity of the fingers are characteristic sequelae.
D001847:Bone Diseases / Q000209:etiology; D002648:Child; D002675:Child, Preschool; D004838:Epiphyses; D005260:Female; D005385:Fingers; D005627:Frostbite / Q000150:complications*; D006225:Hand; D006801:Humans; D009260:Nail Diseases / Q000209:etiology*