Hypothyroidism and hip pain
Slipped capital femoral epiphysis (SCFE) is the most common hip disorder affecting adolescents and has multifactorial aetiology. Hypothyroidism may present as SCFE. We introduce a patient with such a presentation to highlight the association.
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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South African Medical Association
2016-12-01
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| Series: | South African Journal of Child Health |
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| Online Access: | http://www.sajch.org.za/index.php/SAJCH/article/view/1221/739 |