Anterior superior iliac spine avulsion fracture

Case contributed by Henry Knipe
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Hip pain post kicking.

Patient Data

Age: 15 years
Gender: Male

Small bone flake just lateral to the left anterior superior iliac spine. 

Ultrasound confirms an avulsion fracture from the anterior superior iliac spine. 

Case Discussion

The history of a "kicking injury" is typical for this type of injury. 

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