Elizabeth A. Howse, MD

A 15-year-old female patient presented to the pediatric orthopedic surgery clinic 3 years status post in situ screw fixation of a stable, moderate right slipped capital femoral epiphysis with progressive right groin pain for 3 months. This resulted in her inability to participate in physical education at her school. The index slipped capital femoral epiphysis in situ screw fixation procedure was uncomplicated, and the patient was able to return to full activity following her operation.