Abstract
Three premobile infants with unexplained bruising are described. Although, they were asymptomatic otherwise, evaluation led to the recognition of inflicted rib fractures in two and hemophilia A in one. Although such bruises are inconsequential themselves, they may provide the opportunity to recognize serious problems before major injury or morbidity occurs.
MeSH terms
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Abdominal Injuries / etiology
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Caregivers
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Child Abuse / diagnosis*
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Contusions / etiology*
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Hemophilia A / complications
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Hemophilia A / diagnosis*
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Humans
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Infant
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Infant, Newborn
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Infant, Premature
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Infant, Premature, Diseases / diagnosis*
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Infant, Premature, Diseases / etiology
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Male
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Perineum / injuries
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Rib Fractures / diagnosis*
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Rib Fractures / etiology