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Anterior inferior iliac spine avulsion

Case contributed by Jeremy Jones
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Several months of right hip pain after kicking a ball. Likely STI. Exclude SUFE.

Patient Data

Age: 14 years
Gender: Male

Avulsion of the right inferior iliac spine.

1 year later

x-ray

Representation with right hip pain. Increased ossification around the previously demonstrated inferior iliac spine avulsion. Persistent lucency may represent chronic injury.

Case Discussion

Hip avulsion injuries are common in young people and adolescents. It is important to recognize the common patterns and know what normal looks like.

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