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Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis Outlook
What to expect with a slipped capital femoral epiphysis:
  • A slipped capital femoral epiphysis usually heals without complications.
  • Rarely, children require a hip joint replacement. Images
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Last Updated: Aug 21, 2008  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD
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