Pediatric elbow anatomy (illustrations)

Case contributed by Andrew Murphy
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AP and lateral labeled elbow anatomy based on a 12-year-old's radiographs.

AP and lateral labeled elbow anatomy based on a 12-year-old's radiographs.

Case Discussion

Knowledge of the ossification centers of a normal pediatric elbow is important. An easy mnemonic to remember is: CRITOE

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