'Trampoline fracture' of the proximal tibia in children: report of 3 cases and review of literature

We present three cases of fracture of the proximal tibia in young children who were jumping on a trampoline. The typical radiological findings and the underlying mechanism of trauma are discussed. The key radiological features are: a transverse hairline fracture of the upper tibia often accompanied...

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Main Authors: E. Bruyeer, E. Geusens, F. Catry, L. Vanstraelen, F. Vanhoenacker
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Ubiquity Press 2012-01-01
Series:Journal of the Belgian Society of Radiology
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Online Access:https://www.jbsr.be/articles/69