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Alternate Names : SCFE
Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis | Symptoms & Signs | Diagnosis & Tests | Prevention & Expectations | Treatment & Monitoring
There is often a complaint of pain in the hip, thigh, or knee. A limp of varying severity occurs. Motion of the hip may be stiff and limited. In addition, the leg may become shorter by 1 to 3 centimeters, which is roughly 1 inch.
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Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis: Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors
Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis: Diagnosis & Tests
Author: John A.K. Davies, MD Reviewer: William M. Boggs, MD Date Reviewed: 08/13/01