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Developmental dysplasia of the hip

Case contributed by Frank Gaillard
Diagnosis certain

Patient Data

Age: 12 years
Gender: Female

Frontal and frog-leg view of the pelvis demonstrates lateral subluxation of the left hip, accentuated on abduction. The acetabulum has a sloping roof and is shallow. Features are those of developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH).

Asymmetry of the femoral head, particularly the medial portion of the head with flattening. Associated widening of the femoral metaphysis.

Case Discussion

Features of developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) in a 12-year-old girl. 

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