title: Slipped upper femoral epiphysis. A diagnosis to consider.
abstract: It is important to diagnose this condition as early as possible to enable prompt, operative treatment and prevent further slippage. The initial presentation may seem benign and a high index of suspicion is needed. This article reviews the epidemiology, clinical presentation, diagnosis, complications and subsequent management of this condition.
authors.affiliation: Maroondah Hospital, Ringwood, Victoria.
authors.forename: I C
authors.initials: IC
authors.lastname: McGaughey
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D017677:Age Distribution; D002648:Child; D004839:Epiphyses, Slipped / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000453:epidemiology / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000601:surgery; D005260:Female; D005269:Femur; D006621:Hip Joint / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000473:pathology; D006801:Humans; D015994:Incidence; D008297:Male; D009985:Orthopedics / Q000379:methods; D011379:Prognosis; D011859:Radiography; D017678:Sex Distribution