Treatment of Unstable Slipped Capital Epiphysis Via the Modified Dunn Procedure

Conclusions: A single surgeon series of unstable SCFEs treated by a modified Dunn procedure showed a 6% incidence of avascular necrosis and low complication rates at latest follow-up. Radiographs showed restoration of the slip angle, α angle, femoral neck length, and greater trochanteric height. This series reveals the safety and effectiveness of the modified Dunn procedure for unstable SCFE. Level of Evidence: Level III—retrospective review.
Source: Journal of Pediatric Orthopaedics - Category: Orthopaedics Tags: Hip Source Type: research