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Does a growth plate fracture make you have a shorter limb?

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Usually not: The more severe the injury to the growth plate, the more likely the growth of that limb will be affected. Most growth plate fractures do not disturb growth, but may need monitoring with xrays for months to years to confirm.

Answered 7/3/2014

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Dr. Ellen Wenzel answered

Specializes in Podiatry

It can: But this happens in less than 10% of these injuries.

Answered 9/28/2016

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