Presentation
Family history DDH.
Patient Data
Age: Two weeks
Gender: Female
From the case:
Developmental dysplasia of the hip
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Both heads are enlocated within dysplastic acetabula. The acetabular dysplasia is mild-moderate on the right and severe on the left.
Stress views:
- right: not dislocated
- left: dislocated but reducible
Alpha angles
- right: 53 degrees
- left: 43 degrees
Femoral head coverage
- right: 48%
- left: 8%
Case Discussion
There is severe DDH on the left, and less severe DDH on the right. This child will need expert orthopedic management to prevent long-term morbidity.