Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip.
In: Pediatrics, Jg. 130 (2012-12-02), S. 553-561
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The article discusses developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) and the American Academy of Pediatrics guidelines for its early detection. DDH involves hip abnormalities during early growth and development and the primary risk factors include female gender, family history and breech presentation. AAP has recommended screening for DDH, Ortolani and Barlow maneuvers help in detection of hip dislocation; for management, use of hip abduction brace or Pavlik harness treatment has been suggested.
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Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip.
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Autor/in / Beteiligte Person: | Nemeth, Blaise A. ; Narotam, Vinay |
Zeitschrift: | Pediatrics, Jg. 130 (2012-12-02), S. 553-561 |
Veröffentlichung: | 2012 |
Medientyp: | academicJournal |
ISSN: | 0031-4005 (print) |
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