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Imaging recommendation · Musculoskeletal

Toddler with limp after minor trauma (toddler's fracture)

Recommended: X-ray Tibia (AP + lateral) is the preferred imaging study for toddler with limp after minor trauma (toddler's fracture). Spiral fracture of distal tibia is common.

Recommended study

X-ray Tibia (AP + lateral)

XR No contrast Preferred Musculoskeletal EmergencyOutpatient Reviewed

Spiral fracture of distal tibia is common. Bone scan or repeat film at 7-10 days for occult fracture.

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