SAQ 1845 – Well child with an acute limp

A 4-year-old child presents to the emergency department after developing a limp over the previous 4 hours. The child appears well, is afebrile and refuses to put the left foot on the ground.

What are the most likely diagnoses you would consider in this child?

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Which examination findings would you look for to help make a definitive diagnosis and guide your choice of investigation?

(Marked out of 6.0)

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