Abstract

GONZALEZ BATECA, Christian José. Proximal Femoral Epiphysiolysis, an Unnoticed Entity in the Primary Care. Rev. Med [online]. 2020, vol.28, n.1, pp.69-75.  Epub Dec 14, 2020. ISSN 0121-5256.  https://doi.org/10.18359/rmed.4812.

Proximal femoral epiphysiolysis or slipped capital femoral is a hip disorder characterized by a displacement of the epiphysis over the metaphysis through the physis (growth plate), leaving the epiphysis in a posterior and inferior position. It is a relatively frequent entity in primary and prehospital care that generates hip pain and limitation. However, due to its vague symptoms, it is usually underdiagnosed or diagnosed late, generating long-term consequences. If the risk factors associated to an adequate physical examination and the use of diagnostic images are taken into account, a timely diagnosis and a reduction in the rate of complications would be achieved.

Keywords : femoral epiphysiolysis; primary care; epiphysis; metaphysis.

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