This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Ohopaedics Q Bank, Subject name: Orthopaedics
Tom smith septic ahritis affects? 
Select and explain. 
A. Neck of infants, B. Hip joint of infants, C. Elbow joint of children, D. Shoulder joint in children
B: Hip joint of infants
Answer: B: Hip joint of infants 
Explanation: Tom Smith ahritis:* Septic ahritis of hip joint in < 1 year old(infants) * Complete destruction of femoral epiphysis leading to hyper-mobile hip joint and instability.