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2 year old xraysays the first rib has a horizontal course proximally and is angulated acutely inferiorly&is partially fused to 2nd rib whatcan be done?
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Fused rib: If the child is asymptomatic, watchful waiting would be the best approach. If the child is symptomatic he should be evaluated by an orthopedist.
Answered 2/26/2014
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