Slipped capital femoral epiphysis (SCFE), or slip, is a disorder of the proximal femoral growth plate leading to slippage of the epiphysis relative to the metaphysis. It is one of the most commonly missed diagnoses in children, which can result in delayed treatment and increased morbidity.
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