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Skeletal Anatomy (Child)

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Children's bodies are still growing. So their skeletons are different from those of adults.

Front view of infant showing skeleton and growth plates.

Front view of child showing skeleton and growth plates.

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Online Medical Reviewer: L Renee Watson MSN RN

Online Medical Reviewer: Raymond Turley Jr PA-C

Online Medical Reviewer: Thomas N Joseph MD

Date Last Reviewed: 01/01/2022

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