Which age group is more commonly affected by Legg-Calve-Perthes disease and transient synovitis?

Which age group is more commonly affected by Legg-Calve-Perthes disease and transient synovitis?

• A. 10-14
• B. 15-18
• C. Under 10
• D. Over 18

Answer: (C)

These conditions are classic pediatric hip issues, seen most often in younger children. Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease typically affects kids around 4–8 years old (sometimes up to about 10), while transient synovitis commonly occurs in the 3–8-year range. Because both peak in early childhood, the age group under 10 is the one where either condition is most likely to present. In older children or teens, hip pain is more often due to other causes rather than these two.

These conditions are classic pediatric hip issues, seen most often in younger children. Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease typically affects kids around 4–8 years old (sometimes up to about 10), while transient synovitis commonly occurs in the 3–8-year range. Because both peak in early childhood, the age group under 10 is the one where either condition is most likely to present. In older children or teens, hip pain is more often due to other causes rather than these two.