title: Orthopedic aspects of child abuse.
abstract: Fractures are one of the most common manifestations of child abuse. Pediatricians and other physicians caring for children must have a clear understanding of the injury patterns sustained by children in abusive situations and be able to recognize those injuries. A thorough history and physical examination and accurate radiographic interpretation are essential. Early identification of nonaccidental trauma is imperative because proper intervention has been shown to be effective.
authors.affiliation: Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Henry Ford Hospital, Detroit, Michigan, USA.
authors.forename: K E
authors.initials: KE
authors.lastname: Cramer
mesh_terms: D001847:Bone Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis; D016723:Bone Remodeling; D001842:Bone and Bones / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D002648:Child; D002649:Child Abuse; D002675:Child, Preschool; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D004838:Epiphyses / Q000293:injuries; D050723:Fractures, Bone / Q000175:diagnosis*; D006801:Humans; D007223:Infant; D010808:Physical Examination / Q000379:methods; D011859:Radiography; D012272:Ribs / Q000293:injuries; D012887:Skull Fractures / Q000175:diagnosis; D013124:Spinal Injuries / Q000175:diagnosis