The Orthobullets Podcast Pediatrics | Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip (DDH)
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Oct 12, 2022 AI Snips
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Physical Exam for DDH
- Use Barlow, Ortolani, and Galeazzi tests for DDH in infants under three months.
- These tests assess hip subluxation/dislocation via specific maneuvers.
Radiographic Evaluation
- Radiographs are primary for DDH after 4-6 months when the femoral head ossifies.
- Use Hilgenreiner's, Perkin's, and Shenton's lines to assess dislocation.
Ultrasound for DDH
- Use ultrasound for DDH from birth to 4 months, especially with positive exams or risk factors.
- It's best after 4-6 weeks and helps monitor Pavlik harness treatment.