Lab Studies:
Vitamin D 25-OH 12.
TSH, CMP, CBC within normal limits.
Other Studies:
Point of Care ultrasound at initial visit showed periosteal reaction and fracture line present at the area of pain on the left and right tibias.
Left tib/fib X-ray: Incomplete fracture of the mid to distal left tibia. Marginal sclerosis and new bone formation consistent with changes of healing. Growth plates remain open proximally and distally. Case Photo #1
CT Left Leg: Stress fracture involving anterior tibial cortex 14cm above the ankle with 11mm transverse fracture line. Cortical thickening and periosteal reaction. Fracture lines consistent with healing. Case Photo #2
Right tib/fib X-ray: Incomplete fracture of the mid to distal right tibia. Sclerosis and new bone formation consistent with changes of healing. Growth plates remain open proximally and distally. Case Photo #3
CT Right Leg: Stress fracture involving anterior tibial cortex 15cm above the ankle with 13mm transverse fracture line. Smooth healing callus present, suggesting chronicity. Evidence of trabecular bridging consistent with healing. Case Photo #4
Consultations:
Orthopedic colleagues consulted; opted for aggressive conservative treatment due to risks of surgery with open growth plates.
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