Merten, D.F. Radiology
146: 1983
Gelles, R.J. DHEW
Publication # (OH-DS) 79030226, 1980
•Abused
children: young and multiple fractures
–55%-70%
of fractures occur before age 1 year
–>
50% have multiple fractures
–
•Non-abused
children: older with fewer fractures
–>98%
of fractures seen after 18 months of age
–multiple
fractures are uncommon