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Imaging recommendation · Musculoskeletal

Pediatric leg length discrepancy

Recommended: Standing X-ray legs (scanogram) or low-dose CT scanogram is the preferred imaging study for pediatric leg length discrepancy. Bone age may guide growth modulation decisions.

Recommended study

Standing X-ray legs (scanogram) or low-dose CT scanogram

XR No contrast Preferred Musculoskeletal Outpatient Reviewed

Bone age may guide growth modulation decisions. Repeat measurement during growth.

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