Iliac crest apophyseal avulsion fracture

Case contributed by Ashesh Ishwarlal Ranchod
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Onset of right hip and pelvic pain while playing rugby. Suspected pelvic avulsion fracture injury.

Patient Data

Age: 15 years
Gender: Male

There is a right iliac crest apophyseal avulsion fracture injury.

The bony pelvis is otherwise normal.

Case Discussion

An acute right iliac crest apophyseal avulsion fracture injury warranted the young player's substitution during a school rugby match.

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