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Imaging recommendation · Musculoskeletal

Pediatric elbow injury (supracondylar fracture concern)

Recommended: X-ray Elbow (AP + lateral, comparison if needed) is the preferred imaging study for pediatric elbow injury (supracondylar fracture concern). Look for posterior fat pad sign.

Recommended study

X-ray Elbow (AP + lateral, comparison if needed)

XR No contrast Preferred Musculoskeletal EmergencyOutpatient Reviewed

Look for posterior fat pad sign. Supracondylar fracture in children 5-7 years old.

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