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Frequency of fractures observed in children with findings suspicious for child abuse
| Site of fracture | Number of fractures observed |
|---|---|
| Skull | 76 |
| Ribs | 47 |
| Clavicle | 18 |
| Humerus | 37 |
| Radius/ulna | 30 |
| Metacarpals | 4 |
| Lateral spine | 1 |
| Pelvis | 0 |
| Femur | 57 |
| Tibia/fibula | 42 |
| Metatarsals | 9 |
