Summary
This study aimed to assess the feasibility of using ultrasound as an alternative to X-ray for diagnosing fractures in newborns and to determine the ultrasound characteristics of such fractures. A total of 52 newborns with suspected fractures underwent ultrasound examinations, which accurately detected typical signs of fractures, including clavicle, skull, rib, and humerus fractures.
The ultrasound findings were compared to X-ray results and showed a high coincidence rate of 100%. The study suggests that ultrasound can be a reliable and feasible diagnostic tool for common neonatal bone fractures, potentially replacing X-ray examinations.
