This comprehensive and illustrated reference work covers all aspects of growth plate fractures and their complications. It is based on the unique resources of the Mayo Clinic regarding patient follow-up. Following general reviews of growth plate fractures, 21 chapters deal with each epiphyseal growth plate in the body. All of these chapters are constructed similarly for easy and quick retrieval of the required information.

Physeal Fractures: General Considerations

Historical Review
Anatomy and Growth
Classification
Epidemiology
Evaluation
Management
Prognosis
Complications
Physeal Fractures: Anatomic Sites
Phalanges of the Hand
Distal Radius
Distal Tibia
Distal Fibula
Metacarpal
Phalanges of the Foot
Distal Humerus
Distal Ulna
Proximal Humerus
Distal Femur
Metatarsals
Proximal Tibia
Proximal Radius
Proximal Ulna
Proximal Clavicle
Pelvis: Triradiate Cartilage
Distal Clavicle
Proximal Femur
Proximal Fibula
Spine (Vertebral Physeal Endplate)
Ribs
Partial Physeal Arrest
Etiology
Assessment
Management: General
Physeal Bar Excision
Physeal Distraction
Physeal Cartilage Transplantation
Spontaneous Resolution.