Title: US Evaluation of Pediatric Forearm Fracture Reductions<br/>Author: Rose Chasm<br/><a href='http://umem.org/profiles/faculty/82/'>[Click to email author]</a><hr/><ul>
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Pediatric forearm fractures are common, and on the rise due to increasing sporting activity and increasing BMI.</li>
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The most common mechanism is falling on an outstretched hand, which often leads to rotational displacement. </li>
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If not properly reduced, it leads to reduced range of motion.</li>
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The majority do well with closed reduction, if properly reduced.</li>
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A recent study (Debrovsky, et al. Ann of Emerg Med), found the accuracy of bedside ultrasonography to determine when pediatric forearm fractures have been adequately realigned was comparable to fluoroscopy. </li>
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Consider using US for post-reduction evaluation of pediatric forearm fractures to reduce radiation exposure, cost, and time.</li>
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Debrovsky AS, Kempinska A, Bank I, Mok E. Accuracy of Ultrasonography for Determining Successful Realignment of Pediatric Forearm Fractures. Annals of Emergency Medicine. Vol 65;Number 3. March 2015.</p>
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