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Orthopaedics Pediatric Ohopedics 8b783a60

Which of the following is not true about SCFE (Slipped capital femoral epiphysis)?

A
Males are affected more frequently
B
Extension is restricted
C
Commonly occurs during adolescence
D
Varus, adduction and external rotation deformities are present
High-Yield Explanation
SCFE Males are more commonly affected Commonly occurs during adolescence- presents with pain, antalgic limp, with the affected side held in a position of increased external rotation A classical sign is tendency of thigh to rotate in to progressively more external rotation, as the affected hip is flexed called as Axis detion. Cause - Endocrinopathies(Hypothyroidism) and Growth spu IOC - MRI

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