Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip

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Introduction

 

1/1000 live births. The longer the hip is out, the more abnormal growth occurs.

will lead to clubfeet

 

The Case of...

a simple case introducing clincial presentation and calling for a differential diagnosis to get students thinking.

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Causes and Risk Factors

Causes

• firstborn
• family history
• female
• breech
• left side

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Pathophysiology

 

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Signs and Symptoms

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Investigations

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Differential Diagnosis

 

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Treatments

treated with a Pavik harness: 90% successful.

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Consequences and Course

 

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Resources and References

 

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Topic Development

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