A not to be missed cause in a child with atraumatic limp.
Malays Fam Physician
; 14(3): 68-70, 2019.
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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.
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Malays Fam Physician
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2019
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Malasia