September 23, 2025Journal of Clinical MedicineOpen Access

Open Fractures on the Field: Two Decades of Pediatric Sports Injuries in a Level 1 Trauma Cohort

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Open fractures primarily affect male adolescents, demonstrating a notable prevalence in contact sports.
The mean age of pediatric patients with open fractures was 13 years, with a significant number from soccer injuries.
Surgical treatment was necessary in 28 patients, with elastic stable intramedullary nailing being the most common procedure.
Implementation of structured trauma care protocols yielded excellent outcomes in 95% of cases.

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Retrospective study analyzes demographics, treatment, and outcomes of pediatric open fractures in sports, suggesting effective management protocols.

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Retrospective study analyzes demographics, treatment, and outcomes of pediatric open fractures in sports, suggesting effective management protocols.