Developmental dysplasia of the hip

Case contributed by Ali Abougazia
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Shortened right lower limb, Limbing while walking and pain in the right hip.

Patient Data

Age: 2 years
Gender: Male

The right femoral head is superolaterally dislocated with increased acetabular angle and markedly small right capital femoral epiphysis.

Case Discussion

Developmental dysplasia of the right hip joint (DDH).

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