Developmental Dysplasia of Hip (DDH) — Pavlik to Osteotomy
Early detection with Barlow/Ortolani; ultrasound (Graf) guides treatment under 6 months. Pavlik harness is first‑line for reducible dislocation under ~6 months; avoid excessive extension/abduction to reduce AVN risk. Failed Pavlik → closed reduction and spica; if unstable/obstructed, open reduction with capsulorrhaphy and femoral shortening/derotation as needed. Residual acetabular dysplasia treated with pelvic osteotomies (Salter, Pemberton, Dega) based on age and pathology. Complications: AVN...
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10What is the first-line treatment for reducible developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) in infants under 6 mon...
mcqWhich clinical test is used to detect a dislocatable hip in infants?
mcqWhat complication is associated with excessive hip abduction and extension in a Pavlik harness?
mcqIn which situation would you consider performing an open reduction for DDH?
mcqWhich imaging modality is most useful for diagnosing DDH in infants under 6 months?
mcqWhat is the most common risk factor for developmental dysplasia of the hip?
mcqWhat is the primary goal of treatment for residual acetabular dysplasia in older children?
mcqWhich sign indicates a dislocated hip when comparing knee heights in a supine infant?
mcqWhat is the Kalamchi-MacEwen classification primarily used for?
mcqWhat is the most important factor in the successful treatment of DDH?