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KMID : 0381219900220030291
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Journal of RIMSK
1990 Volume.22 No. 3 p.291 ~ p.298
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A Case of Growing Skull Fracture
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Abstract
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Most skull fractures occurred in infancy and childhood heal without difficulty. But, rarely, a fracture may enlarge progressively with pulsating mass in these age group. These were reported since the early 1800´s, but, their exact anatomy, pathology, and natural history were controversial. The term " Wachsende Schadelfraktur" or "Growing skull fracture" was used by Pia and Tonnis in 1953. Clinically, they have the history of head trauma and skull fracture and show pulsating soft mass with underlying bony defect. Clinical course is benign, mostly. Early and aggressive operation is strongly recommended in young children.
We experienced an 11 months old child with skull fracture at left parietal area which enlarged with time. Here, the clinical findings and management of growing skull fracture are discussed, and a review of the relevant literature is presented.
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