Differential diagnosis of Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease include all the following EXCEPT

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Question 1 of 5

Differential diagnosis of Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease include all the following EXCEPT

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Marfan syndrome, a connective tissue disorder, is not typically part of the differential for Legg-Calvé-Perthes, which involves osteonecrosis.

Question 2 of 5

Osteogenesis imperfecta, the most common genetic cause of osteoporosis. Which of their types is mild and non-deforming?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Type I osteogenesis imperfecta is the mildest form, with minimal deformity and frequent fractures.

Question 3 of 5

Matching: Bone and joint orthopedic terminology - Angulation of the vertex of bone or joint toward midline

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Valgum refers to angulation toward the midline (e.g., knock-knees), as opposed to varum (away from midline). Cavus and equinus describe foot positions.

Question 4 of 5

Matching: Cavus feet

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Cavus feet (high arches) are often linked to peripheral neuropathy, such as in Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease.

Question 5 of 5

Match the following terms with the common names - Tarsal coalition

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Tarsal coalition can lead to peroneal spastic flatfoot due to abnormal bone fusion.

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