Appendicular fracture epidemiology of children and adolescents: a 10-year case review in Western Australia 2005 to 2015

Summary Fracture incidence data of Australian children and adolescents have not been reported in the literature. A 10-year case review of fracture presentations in Western Australia is provided. Between 2005 and 2015, fracture incidence increased relative to population growth. This is concerning, and interventions are required to reverse this trend.