The limping child: a clinical approach to diagnosis.
Acute limp in childhood is associated with considerable anxiety for parents and clinicians alike. It can be a diagnostic challenge in the uncooperative child and any delay in diagnosis can result in significant morbidity and even mortality. A thorough clinical evaluation is of utmost importance. This review revisits the clinical assessment of a limping child and explores the relevant literature.
Abbassian
Ali
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North-West Thames Rotation, Charing Cross Hospital, London W6 8RF.
D001847:Bone Diseases / Q000150:complications / Q000175:diagnosis; D002648:Child; D003952:Diagnostic Imaging / Q000379:methods; D005684:Gait; D006801:Humans; D008487:Medical History Taking / Q000379:methods; D009069:Movement Disorders / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000209:etiology; D010808:Physical Examination / Q000379:methods; D012017:Referral and Consultation