Greenstick fracture is -
Incomplete transverse fracture pattern in children
Complete transverse fracture pattern in children
Incomplete spiral fracture pattern in children
Complete spiral fracture pattern in children
Ans. is 'a' i.e., Incomplete transverse fracture pattern in children * A greenstick fracture is an incomplete transverse fracture pattern seen in children.* Greenstick fractures occur when an injuring force applied to a bone exceeds the limits of elasticity of the bone.* This results in the bone's bending to the point of bony disruption and fracture on the side opposite to the applied force.* However, a green-stick fracture is an incomplete fracture, in which the compressed cortex and periosteum remain intact.* Greenstick fractures of radius-ulna are common fractures in children and often result from a fall on a outstretched hands.
Pediatric Orthopedics