Significance of fractures of the physis
The cartilaginous physis is vulnerable to injury, especially at its attachment to the metaphysis. Disruption of the physis may result in slower growth and premature fusion, leading to limb length discrepancy.
The cartilaginous physis is vulnerable to injury, especially at its attachment to the metaphysis. Disruption of the physis may result in slower growth and premature fusion, leading to limb length discrepancy.