An X-ray of the wrist of a 14-year-old after a fall on an outstretched hand shows a fracture through the growth plate of the distal radius. What is the likely diagnosis?
This is likely a Salter-Harris fracture, which involves the growth plate (physis). Specifically, if the fracture is only through the growth plate, it would be a Salter-Harris type I fracture. These fractures are common in children and adolescents. Treatment typically involves immobilization, but it's important to monitor for potential growth disturbances.