Acetabular dysplasia - bilateral

Case contributed by Bahman Rasuli
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Bilateral hip pain and limping gate.

Patient Data

Age: 35 years
Gender: Female
x-ray

The acetabulum on both sides has a steep contour and is shallow. Both femoral heads have lost normal rounded shape and are flattened with a short femoral neck.

Case Discussion

Appearance is compatible with bilateral acetabular dysplasia (developmental dysplasia of the hip). Acetabular dysplasia is a form of developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) often referred to in the adolescent and adult population 1.

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