PERTHES Flashcards
Understand what perthes is and its stages
1
Q
What is Perthes ?
A
Idiopathic osteonecrosis of the femoral epiphysis.
2
Q
Does perthes mostly affect males of females ?
A
MALES
3
Q
What are the 4 stages of Perthes disease ?
A
1) Devascularisation of the femoral epiphysis.
2) Collapse of the epiphysis.
3)Fragmentation.
4) Re- ossification and remodelling of femoral epiphysis.
4
Q
If remodelling is unsuccessful after Perthes, what is the patient at risk of in later life ?
A
Osteoarthritis.
