Pinning for slipped capital femoral epiphysis
involves stabilizing the femoral head on the femur through placement of a pin
through the femoral head.
Also
Known As:
- Femoral head
stabilization
Conditions
Treated with Pinning for Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis:
Pinning for slipped capital femoral epiphysis may be
performed in cases of acute or chronic slipped capital femoral epiphysis.
There are no comparable non-surgical alternatives to
pinning for slipped capital femoral epiphysis. Variant open epiphysiodesis for
the femur is a surgical alternative to the procedure.
Anesthesia
with Pinning for Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis:
Pinning for slipped capital femoral epiphysis may be
performed with regional anesthesia. It can also be performed under general
anesthesia, which means that the patient is asleep and completely unaware
during the procedure.
Potential
Complications from Pinning for Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis:
Possible risks following pinning for slipped capital
femoral epiphysis include bleeding, infection and a negative reaction to the
anesthesia. It is also possible for there to be a fracture after the pin
removal, a stiff hip and a difference in leg length.