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Gaillard F, Rasool A, Weerakkody Y, et al. Snapping hip syndrome. Reference article, Radiopaedia.org (Accessed on 19 Apr 2024) https://doi.org/10.53347/rID-2061
Snapping hip syndrome (also known as coxa saltans or dancer’s hip) refers to a situation where there is an audible snapping sound produced during motion of the hip.
Epidemiology
Some reports suggest that up to 10% of population may have this to some degree 8.
Pathology
This condition is classified into extra-articular (lateral and medial) and intra-articular types, with the external type being the most common.
Extra-articular causes
Intra-articular causes
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