Avascular Necrosis and Time to Surgery for Unstable Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
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DOI: 10.1097/bpo.0000000000002179
Abstract: Background: Avascular necrosis (AVN) is a well-known complication of unstable slipped capital femoral epiphysis (SCFE) and its cause is multifactorial. Higher AVN rates have been reported with surgery undertaken between 24 hours to 7 days… read more here.
Keywords: avn rates; surgery; unstable scfe; surgery unstable ... See more keywords
The modified Dunn procedure can be performed safely in stable slipped capital femoral epiphysis but does not alter avascular necrosis rates in unstable cases: a large single-centre cohort study
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DOI: 10.1302/1863-2548.15.210106
Abstract: The modified Dunn procedure for slipped capital femoral epiphysis (SCFE) remains controversial. We reviewed our series over ten years to report our learning curve, experience with intraoperative monitoring of femoral head perfusion and its correlation… read more here.
Keywords: unstable scfe; slipped capital; dunn procedure; modified dunn ... See more keywords