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ba0007oc8 | (1) | ICCBH2019

Bisphosphonate improves hip range of motion and pain but not femoral head sphericity: A multicentre, randomized clinical trial of children with Perthes disease

Jamil Kamal , Zacharin Margaret , Foster Bruce , Donald Geoffrey , Hassall Timothy , Siafarikas Aris , Johnson Michael , Tham Elanie , Whitehead Colin , Gebski Val , Barnes Liz , Cowell Chris , Little David , Munns Craig

Introduction: Perthes disease (PD), idiopathic femoral head avascular necrosis, often results in deformity. The underlying cause is unclear and long-term function is directly related to the roundness of femoral head. Current treatment include mechanical treatments and various surgical procedures, which are therapeutic but can’t prevent collapse. A multicentre, prospective, randomised controlled trial of 12 months zoledronic acid (ZA) in children with PD was conducted. We ...