Pediatric Orthopedics Glossary

A group of skeletal dysplasias characterized by metaphyseal abnormalities with normal epiphyses and spine.

A specific fracture pattern in infants highly suggestive of non-accidental trauma.

A radiographic measurement used to assess tibia vara, calculated as the angle between the metaphyseal and diaphyseal axe...

Inward deviation of the forefoot at the midfoot level, creating a curved appearance of the foot's medial border.

Fracture of the ulnar shaft with dislocation of the radial head, requiring careful evaluation in pediatric patients.

Pathological gait pattern where children cannot achieve heel-to-toe contact due to underlying neuromuscular or structura...

A physical examination maneuver used to detect hip dislocation in infants by attempting to reduce a dislocated hip throu...

A common cause of anterior knee pain in adolescents characterized by inflammation and irritation of the tibial tubercle...

Genetic disorder affecting collagen production, resulting in brittle bones and increased fracture risk in children.

Infection of bone tissue, particularly concerning in pediatric patients due to potential growth plate involvement and th...

A specialized orthotic device used to treat hip dysplasia in infants by maintaining proper hip positioning.

A pelvic osteotomy that improves acetabular coverage by creating a controlled incomplete fracture through the triradiate...

Radiographic classification systems used to assess disease progression and prognosis in Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease.

A congenital limb deficiency affecting the proximal femur with varying degrees of severity.

Premature cessation of growth at the growth plate, often resulting from trauma or infection.

A bony bridge that forms across the growth plate, causing growth disturbance and potential limb deformity.

Surgical procedure to remove bony bridges that form across growth plates, typically following physeal injuries.

An abnormal bony or fibrous connection across the growth plate that can lead to growth disturbances and angular deformit...

A surgical procedure to remove bony bridges across growth plates to restore normal growth potential in affected bones.

Damage to the growth plate in children's bones, classified using the Salter-Harris system.

Surgical technique using guided growth principles to correct angular deformities by temporarily restricting growth on on...

A clinical scoring system used to assess the severity of club foot deformity and monitor treatment progress.

A congenital condition characterized by the presence of extra fingers or toes, classified as preaxial (radial/tibial sid...

A non-surgical treatment protocol for clubfoot involving serial casting, tendon release, and bracing.