NCLEX Review on Musculoskeletal Diseases: Legg-Calve-Perthes disease

Legg-Calve-Perthes disease: poor blood supply to the superior aspect of the femur. Most common in boys ages 4-10. The femur ball flattens out and deteriorates. 4x higher incidence in boys + Bony cresent sign.

Symptoms: Hip and Knee pain Limited AROM and PROM Pain with gait More >