Pediatric upper extremity injuries.
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چکیده
The pediatric musculoskeletal system differs greatly from that of an adult. Although these differences diminish with age, they present unique injury patterns and challenges in the diagnosis and treatment of pediatric orthopedic problems.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Pediatric clinics of North America
دوره 53 1 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2006