Pediatric Chance Fracture

A flexion–distraction injury of the first lumbar vertebrae (Chance fracture) in a child 4 years and 3 months old is discussed and the literature reviewed. Chance features are uncommon in children. This injury is seldom accompanied by a neurological deficit. Recommended treatment consists of early be...

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Veröffentlicht in:	Journal of orthopaedic trauma 1990, Vol.4 (2), p.183-187
Hauptverfasser:	Gallagher, Daniel J, Heinrich, Stephen D
Format:	Artikel
Sprache:	eng
Schlagworte:	Abdominal Injuries - etiology Accidents, Traffic Child, Preschool Female Fractures, Bone - etiology Humans Lumbar Vertebrae - injuries Seat Belts - adverse effects
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Zusammenfassung:	A flexion–distraction injury of the first lumbar vertebrae (Chance fracture) in a child 4 years and 3 months old is discussed and the literature reviewed. Chance features are uncommon in children. This injury is seldom accompanied by a neurological deficit. Recommended treatment consists of early bed rest followed by the application of a hyperextension Risser cast.
ISSN:	0890-5339 1531-2291
DOI:	10.1097/00005131-199004020-00015