Greenstick fractures of distal radius followed-up by ultrasound : A prospective study
In our study we followed 38 metaphyseal greenstick fractures of the distal radius in children both by ultrasound and by X-rays. The study was conducted prospectively to verify if ultrasound is an acceptable method for following greenstick fractures of the distal radius. The metaphyseal fractures of the distal radius account for 60-75% of the forearm fractures in children. With the exception of torus fractures, these fractures are unstable, thus follow-up is recommended. The results of our study support the hypothesis that metaphyseal greenstick fractures may be safely followed-up by ultrasound examination.
Bilateral absence of the ulna and ulnar rays in twin female infants are described as a manifestation of the split hand--split foot deformity (ectrodactyly). Family history revealed the father had a unilateral split hand. Given the wide variability of expression of this disorder and the availability of prenatal diagnosis, there is a need for obstetricians and pediatricians to recognize parents with this malformation and appreciate the potential for severely affected offspring.