Overview
Containment surgery improves femoral head coverage in Legg‑Calve‑Perthes disease.

Indications
Progressive disease with loss of containment in older children.

Procedure overview
Femoral or pelvic osteotomy to improve joint congruency.

Recovery
Protected weight‑bearing and prolonged follow‑up.

Risks and complications
Stiffness, leg length discrepancy, and residual deformity.

Alternatives
Non‑operative management in younger children.