Notes in Perthes Disease

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Published	10/08/2024	The initial investigation of choice in Perthes disease is an {{c1::xray}}: increased density of femoral head early & irregular edges later&nbsp…
Published	10/08/2024	Tx for Perthes: {{c1::Conservative}} measures e.g.  bed rest, tration, crutches, analgesia or {{c1::surgery}} if severe
Published	10/08/2024	Perthes disease involves {{c1::disruption of blood flow to the femoral head, causing avascular necrosis of the bone}}.
Published	10/08/2024	How does Perthe's disease present?Slow/fast onset? {{c1::Slow!}}Pain in the {{c1::hip or groin}}Gait: {{c1::Limp}}Restricted {{c1::hip movements}}Ther…
Published	10/08/2024	Is there a Hx of past trauma in Perthe's disease?{{c1::No! If there is, think of SUFE, especially in older children}}
Published	10/08/2024	Investigations for Perthes:{{c1::Xray, however can be normalTechnetium bone scanMRI for necrosis}}
Published	10/08/2024	Avascular necrosis in Perthes affects the {{c1::epiphysis}} of the femur. It occurs in children aged {{c1::4-12}} years and is more common in boy…
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