Delayed slipped capital femoral epiphysis after orif for subtrochanteric femur fracture.

INTRODUCTION AND

IMPORTANCE

Slipped capital femoral epiphysis (SCFE) is a common phenomenon of the proximal femur in adolescents with an unclear etiology. It is more common in boys than girls and there does seem to be some predilection to race, weight, and age (Lehmann et al., 2006 [7]).

CASE PRESENTATION: We reported a 13-year-old boy who presented with unilateral SCFE following subtrochanteric left femur fracture, which was fixed by blade plate 6 monthes before the SCFE. The SCFE fixed by two cannulated screw. We aim to discuss the possible link between the surgical technique used for proximal femur fractures and the delayed onset of SCFE.

CLINICAL DISCUSSION: Slipped capital femoral epiphysis (SCFE) after treatment of subtrochanteric fracture can be caused by inadequate treatment of the fracture. Orthopedic surgeons should be aware of this complication so that they can promptly recognize this complication and treat it urgently (Chinoy et al., 2020).

CONCLUSION

Slipped capital femoral epiphysis (SCFE) after treatment of subtrochanteric fracture is a very rare condition, that it can be prevented by proper reduction and fixation of the fracture using appropriate osteosynthesis material.