Paediatrics

This chapter highlights essential paediatric orthopaedic cases commonly encountered in ‘Hand & Paediatrics’ station of the orthopaedic board and FRCS viva examination. It is tailored to address topics repeatedly featured in previous exams, providing a targeted review for exam candidates. The content includes vital discussions on paediatric hip disorders such as Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip (DDH), Slipped Upper Femoral Epiphysis (SUFE), Perthes’ disease, and septic arthritis. Additionally, the chapter covers key aspects of trauma, focusing on supracondylar and femoral fractures, and sheds light on congenital deformities including fibular hemimelia, lower limb angular deformities, and congenital talipes equinovarus (CTEV). This chapter serves as a quick yet informative guide, designed to help candidates efficiently review and recall important paediatric orthopaedic concepts for their exams.