Thomas Michael Cullen MD, Presenter: Nothing to Disclose

Henry Chow Chow DO, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Richard Russell Culver MD, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Loyrirk Temiyakarn MD, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Steven M. Bernstein MD, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Pavani Adapa MD, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Discuss the increasing prevalance of pediatric sports injuries.  Present a case-based approach to understanding common mechanisms of pediatric sports injuries and their respective findings on MRI. Review recommended MRI technique and protocols for evaluating pediatric sports injuries. HIghlight current clinical management strategies and the importance of early recognition of injury to avoid long-term sequela. 

Case based approach to common pediatric injuries with discussion of prevalance, mechanism and MRI findings. Chronic overuse injuries: Upper extremity: Prox humeral physis fracture, radial epiphyseal plate fracture (Gymnast wrist), osteochondritis (elbow), ulnar collateral ligament injury Lower extremities: Traction apophysitis (Osgood-Schlatter and Sindling-Larsen-Johannson), ankle impingement syndromes, stress fractures, osteochondral lesions Acute injuries:  Upper extremity: anterior shoulder dislocation, medial epicondyle fracture Lower extremity: transient dislocation of the patella, tibial avulsion, PCL and ACL tears, avulsion of the pelvic apophyses, ankle sprains and fractures Discuss recommended MRI protocols and techniques. Review the clinical management and potential complications of pediatric sports injuries.  

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Cullen, T, Chow, H, Culver, R, Temiyakarn, L, Bernstein, S, Adapa, P, The Snaps, Crackles, and Pops: Reviewing the MRI Findings and Recommended Techniques for Evaluating Pediatric Sports Injuries.  Radiological Society of North America 2014 Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting, - ,Chicago IL. http://archive.rsna.org/2014/14015497.html