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Imaging recommendation · Musculoskeletal

Child 4-10 with hip pain or limp, suspected Perthes

Recommended: AP Pelvis + Frog-leg lateral hip X-ray is the preferred imaging study for child 4-10 with hip pain or limp, suspected perthes. MRI for early disease and prognosis.

Recommended study

AP Pelvis + Frog-leg lateral hip X-ray

XR No contrast Preferred Musculoskeletal Outpatient Reviewed

MRI for early disease and prognosis. Bilateral in 10-20% (asymmetric).

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