Developmental dysplasia of the hip

Case contributed by Henry Knipe
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Asymmetric groin creases.

Patient Data

Age: 6 months
Gender: Female

Poorly formed left acetabulum with increased left acetabular angle. Dislocated left femoral head. Asymmetrical small left capital femoral epiphysis. Normal right hip.

Case Discussion

Typical findings of developmental dysplasia of the hip

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