Transient osteopenia of the hip in children
Sułko, J.; Lejman, T.
Chirurgia Narzadow Ruchu i Ortopedia Polska 64(4): 423-426
1999
ISSN/ISBN: 0009-479X PMID: 10575794 Document Number: 503558
The course and results of treatment of 4 boys with transient osteopenia of the hip are presented. Mean age of patients at the onset of symptoms was 9 years 5 months (range 5 years 3 months-14 years 6 months). Pain at exertion and limp dominated in all cases. Quadriceps atrophy was a constant finding and hip rotation was restricted in 3 cases. Laboratory findings were normal except for the elevated ESR. Radiography and CT showed diffused osteopenia within femoral neck and head. Bone scan was abnormal in 3 cases. Weight bearing restriction and exercises introduction resulted in ceasing of the symptoms within 3 months.