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slipped femoral epiphysis

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slipped femoral epiphysis,
a failure of the femoral epiphyseal plate, tending to occur primarily in overweight adolescents as a result of hormonal changes. Clinical features include hip stiffness and pain, with difficulty in walking. There also may be knee pain and external rotation of the affected leg. The condition is treated by orthopedic surgery.


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