Pediatr. praxi. 2017;18(2):104-109 | DOI: 10.36290/ped.2017.018

The management in treatment of the intra-articular injuries knee joint in children and adolescents

doc. MUDr. Vojtěch Havlas, Ph.D., MUDr. Jakub Kautzner, Ph.D., MUDr. Theodoros Philippou, MUDr. Michal Stark

Klinika dětské a dospělé ortopedie a traumatologie 2. LF UK a FN Motol, Praha

There is an increased incidence of intra-articular injuries in children and adolescence. Early and accurate diagnosis is critical to

ensure adequate clinical management to avoid permanent damage. The physical examination remains the backbone to obtain

appropriate diagnosis, on the other hand additional imaging is an essential part of examination in order to determine specifically

what type of treatment is required. Children have a unique healing ability in comparison with adults, therefore specifically indicated

treatment line can lead to optimal results. Treatment of the intra-articular injuries in children should take place in specialized

centers with adequate background, technology and experience. The following article offers the reader an overview of the most

common intra-articular injuries of the knee in pediatric patients and their treatment.

Keywords: knee joint, child, injuriy, meniscus, anterior cruciate ligament, cartilage, diagnosis, treatment

Published: May 1, 2017  Show citation