MEDICO-LEGAL ASPECTS OF PEDIATRIC FRACTURES
Abstract
This chapter focuses on the diagnosis and assessment of bone fractures resulting from child abuse. While most pediatric fractures result from accidental trauma, certain features strongly suggest non-ac-cidental injury. These include metaphyseal corner fractures, posterior rib fractures, and multiple frac-tures in various stages of healing, particularly in infants under one year of age. Such injuries often require forceful mechanisms inconsistent with the child’s developmental capacity.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Child Abuse and Related Trauma
Bone fractures and treatments
Medical Malpractice and Liability Issues
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Turkiye Klinikleri eBooks
- Pages
- 661–669
- Publication date
- 1 January 2026
- Language
- EN
- Document type
- Book chapter