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Slipped capital femoral epiphysis

Definition:
A slipped capitol femoral epiphysis is a separation of the ball of the hip joint from the thigh bone (femur) at the upper growing end (growth plate) of the bone.

Alternative Names:
Femoral epiphysis - slipped; Slip; SCFE

Causes, incidence, and risk factors:

A slipped capitol femoral epiphysis is a condition that is most common in growing children, especially between ages 11 and 15.

An epiphysis is a site located at the end of a long bone. It is separated from the main part of the bone by the physeal plate (growth plate). In this condition, a displacement occurs in the upper epiphysis while the bone is still growing.

It is more common in boys, in children who are obese, and in children who grow rapidly. Children with hormone imbalances caused by other conditions are at particular risk for this disorder.



Review Date: 2/13/2003
Reviewed By: Andrew L. Chen, M.D., M.S., Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hospital for Joint Diseases, New York, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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