Pediatric Shoulder Girdle.
Publication/Presentation Date
8-1-2024
Abstract
The pediatric shoulder girdle is a complex anatomical structure uniting the upper extremity and trunk. The osseous structures, their articulations, and the surrounding soft tissue support structures (muscles, tendons, and ligaments) allow for a wide range of motion at the shoulder. Growth and maturation of the components at the shoulder girdle vary, particularly the osseous structures. This characteristic renders interpretation of imaging of the pediatric shoulder girdle more challenging because normal or variant anatomy can be confused for pathology. We review the physiologic growth and maturation of the shoulder girdle with special emphasis on the development of the bones and their articulations. The role of various imaging modalities and the common osseous and soft tissue variants in the pediatric shoulder are also discussed.
Volume
28
Issue
4
First Page
384
Last Page
395
ISSN
1098-898X
Published In/Presented At
Farooq, M., Belair, J. A., & Desai, V. (2024). Pediatric Shoulder Girdle. Seminars in musculoskeletal radiology, 28(4), 384–395. https://doi.org/10.1055/s-0044-1779717
Disciplines
Business Administration, Management, and Operations | Health and Medical Administration | Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods
PubMedID
39074722
Department(s)
Administration and Leadership
Document Type
Article