Salter-Harris Type V

Salter-Harris Type V refers to a specific type of growth plate injury in children’s bones. It involves a crushing or compression of the growth plate, which is the area of developing tissue near the ends of long bones. This injury can be difficult to detect initially because it may not show obvious fractures on X-rays. If untreated or severe, it can potentially affect bone growth, leading to discrepancies in limb length or deformity. Prompt diagnosis and management are important to minimize long-term growth problems.