PEDS MSK

Front

What is the treatment of choice for a slipped capital femoral epiphysis (SCFE)?

Back

Screw fixation.

Front

Which part of the long bone is closest to the shaft?

Back

Metaphysis.

Front

What is a characteristic of a Type 3 Salter-Harris fracture?

Back

Fracture through a portion of the physis and epiphysis.

Front

What is the most common cause/etiology of scoliosis?

Back

Idiopathic.

Front

What is the function of the physis or growth plate in a long bone?

Back

Responsible for longitudinal growth.

Front

What is the definition of a Salter-Harris fracture?

Back

A classification system for pediatric fractures that involve the growth plate.

Front

What are the common symptoms of slipped capital femoral epiphysis (SCFE)?

Back

Hip pain, limited range of motion, and a limp.

Front

What is the significance of the growth plate in pediatric patients?

Back

It is crucial for bone growth and development.

Front

What imaging modality is typically used to diagnose SCFE?

Back

X-ray.

Front

What are the potential complications of untreated SCFE?

Back

Avascular necrosis and chondrolysis.