Developmental Dysplasia of Hip Flashcards
1
Q
Incidence of DDH high in
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Eastern Europe and Eskimos
Girls
Left Hip
2
Q
Risk Factors for DDH
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First Born Oligohydramnios Breech Presentation Family History Other lower limb deformities (Not TEV) Increased weight (>10 lb)
3
Q
Clinical Features of DDH
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Ortolani’s Sign
Barlow’s Sign
Piston Motion Sign
The Hamstring Sign
4
Q
Diagnosis of DDH
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Ultrasound
5
Q
Treatment of DDH
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<3 Months Splint
3 Months to 1 Year: Close Reduction and Spica Cast
Over a Year: Open reduction and capsule reefing
Over 18 months: open reduction with femoral shortening and peri acetabular steotomuy
Over 6 leave alone
6
Q
Over what age should you not treat DDH
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6
7
Q
Worse results for DDH are associated with
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Avascular Necrosis of Head of Femur
