Slipped capital femoral epiphysis

Alternative names:

femoral epiphysis - slipped

Treatment:

Surgery to realign the bone and stabilize the area with pins provides effective repair of the displacement and prevents further damage to the femur.

Expectations (prognosis):

The outcome is expected to be good with treatment.

Complications:

This disorder is associated with an increased incidence of osteoarthritis later in life

Calling your health care provider:

If your child experiences persistent pain or other symptoms of this disorder, have the child lie down immediately and do not let them walk until they have been examined by the health care provider.