An Iliac Crest Avulsion with Meralgia Paresthetica in a Child: A Case Report
This case highlights the need for awareness of rare anatomical variations and their impact on clinical presentation, reinforcing the importance of a thorough physical examination. Prompt diagnosis is crucial, and while conservative management is effective for minimally displaced fractures, ongoing debates exist regarding surgical intervention criteria. Future research should focus on refining treatment guidelines for pediatric PAF and exploring anatomical variations to understand better and manage atypical symptoms.
Authors
- J. Peterson
- Alejandro Marquez‐Lara (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2258-6770)
- Dylan Smith (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7204-2969)
Institutions
- Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist (US)
- Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center (US)
- Marshall University (US)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Journal of Orthopaedic Case Reports
- Published
- 2025-01-01
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.13107/jocr.2025.v15.i04.5458
- Primary Topic
- Sports injuries and prevention
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00