Perthes Disease Flashcards
1
Q
What is Perthes disease?
A
Idiopathic necrosis of head of femur
2
Q
What symptoms can Perthes disease cause?
A
Groin, anterior thigh and possibly knee pain and limping
3
Q
What age do patients have Perthes disease?
A
Age 3-10
4
Q
What paediatric condition is characterised by an insidious reduction in the blood flow to the head of the femur resulting in necrosis and deformity of the femoral head, usually in children aged around 4-10 years old?
A
Leg-calve-perthes disease
