A not to be missed cause in a child with atraumatic limp
- Author:
Woi Hon Boo
;
Ping Yein Lee
- Publication Type:Case Reports
- Keywords:
Perthes;
Child;
Limp;
Delayed;
Diagnosis
- From:Malaysian Family Physician
2019;14(3):68-70
- CountryMalaysia
- Language:English
-
Abstract:
Children with musculoskeletal symptoms are commonly seen by general practitioners (GPs). Those
that present with atraumatic limp pose a particular diagnostic challenge. Although uncommon,
Perthes disease (PD) is an important cause of atraumatic limp in children and may result in
debilitating consequences if missed. We put forward a case of delayed diagnosis of PD in a child,
thus highlighting the need for a greater index of suspicion among GPs in approaching any child
with a limp.
- Full text:2.2019my0054.pdf
