The development of the pelvis follows a predictable pattern of ossification that involves the maturation of bone, synchondroses, and apophyses. These growth centers appear and close at distinct times during skeletal maturity and give rise to structural changes in the pelvis that can be distinctively appreciated on various imaging modalities. Accurate interpretation of radiologic images requires knowledge of skeletal development because the varying appearance of the maturing pediatric pelvis may be mistaken for pathology. In addition, many normal features within the pelvis can be erroneously perceived as injury. This article incorporates a multimodality review of normal pelvic maturation, a discussion of developmental variants, and a description of common injuries unique to the pediatric pelvis.
Keywords pediatric pelvis - skeletal maturation - ischiopubic synchondrosis - apophyses - avulsion fractures© 2024. Thieme. All rights reserved.
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