Table 2 Pitfalls and Pearls in Neonatal Upper Limb Fractures
From: Neonatal upper limb fractures – a narrative overview of the literature
Radiographic Pitfalls | Pearls | Tips | |
|---|---|---|---|
Neonatal Upper Limb Fractures | ▪ Apparent shoulder dislocation | ▪ Suspect of a physeal fracture of the proximal humerus | - Do not attempt a joint reduction without clarifying the diagnosis. - Ultrasound is of great usefulness in establishing the diagnosis. If not available, arthrogram or MRI are possible options. |
▪ Apparent elbow dislocation | ▪ Suspect of a distal transphyseal humerus fracture |