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Podcast: Stay Current in Pediatric Surgery
Episode: Most Common Pediatric Fractures and How to Prevent Them by Dr. Jill Larson
Description: In this session from the 12th Annual Update Course in Pediatric Surgery, Dr. Jill Larson from Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital outlines key strategies for preventing and managing the most common pediatric fractures—just in time for the seasonal surge.Key Highlights:• Timing of fractures: Fracture season peaks in spring, summer, and surprisingly, October—timing your prevention efforts matters• Top five fracture types: Wrist, ankle, elbow, forearm, and tibia fractures are the most common injuries treated in pediatric orthopedics.• What to treat—and how: Dr. Larson explains which fractures can be managed...