Distal radius torus fracture

Case contributed by Achoki Daniel
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Fall 2 days prior to the examination date.

Patient Data

Age: 1 year
Gender: Male
x-ray

A buckle fracture of the right distal radius in a one-year-old child.

Annotated image

The arrow points to the buckled cortex.

Case Discussion

Buckle (torus) fractures occur when the bony cortex is compressed and bulges. These fractures are more common in children due to the elasticity of their bones.

Buckle fractures of the distal radius are common in children between 2 and 12 years of age. Cosmetic or functional consequences have not been reported in association with buckle fractures. These fractures are commoner than greenstick fractures and treatment with a removable splint is just as effective as a short arm cast 1.

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