Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis (SUFE) Flashcards

1
Q

What is SUFE?

A

Displacement of femoral head epiphysis postero-inferiorly

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Who is commonly affected y SUFE?

A

Obese boys

Aged 10-15

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What are features of SUFE?

A

Groin/hip/medial thigh/knee pain
Loss of internal rotation of leg in flexion
Can be bilateral in 20% of cases
Can onset acutely following trauma or with chronic symptoms

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What investigations are needed with SUFE?

A

AP and frog leg x ray

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What is the treatment of SUFE?

A

Internal fixation with a single screw in the centre of epiphysis

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