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Developmental dysplasia of the hip in Child
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Developmental dysplasia of the hip in Child

Contributors: David Sullo MD
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Synopsis

A spectrum of developmental abnormalities of hip joint dislocation or subluxation of the acetabulum and proximal femur (head), typically diagnosed in infants and children. Most often unilateral, but may be bilateral (20%). Common signs and symptoms include hip instability, pain, limited range of motion, abnormal gait, and limping. It may be associated with breech birth, family history, or social practice of swaddling. Some neuromuscular disorders may be associated with hip dysplasia. Early intervention decreases lasting and progressive damage, limiting functional disability and preventing early-onset osteoarthritis. Many cases of infant hip instability will gradually stabilize.

Treatments for more severe dysplasia include harnesses and splints (braces) for infants prior to walking, abduction brace orthosis, surgical reduction, spica cast, and hip reconstruction, depending on the age of the patient and progression of the dysplasia.

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ICD10CM:
Q65.00 – Congenital dislocation of unspecified hip, unilateral

SNOMEDCT:
48334007 – Congenital dislocation of hip

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Developmental dysplasia of the hip in Child
Imaging Studies image of Developmental dysplasia of the hip - imageId=8334771. Click to open in gallery.  caption: '<span>Bilateral dislocation of the  hips, with the hips oriented lateral and superior to the acetabula. The  acetabula are dysplastic bilaterally. These are imaging findings of  bilateral congenital hip dislocation.</span>'
Bilateral dislocation of the hips, with the hips oriented lateral and superior to the acetabula. The acetabula are dysplastic bilaterally. These are imaging findings of bilateral congenital hip dislocation.
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