Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip

PEDIATRICS ◽  
1994 ◽  
Vol 94 (2) ◽  
pp. 201-208
Author(s):  
David D. Aronsson ◽  
Michael J. Goldberg ◽  
Thomas F. Kling ◽  
Dennis R. Roy
Keyword(s):  
Early Detection ◽  
Physical Examination ◽  
Wide Spectrum ◽  
Developmental Dysplasia ◽  
Health Examination ◽  
Screening Examination ◽  
Neonatal Hip ◽  
Associated Risk Factors ◽  
Dysplasia Of The Hip ◽  
Pelvis Radiograph

Objective. The definition and early treatment of congenital dysplasia of the hip are controversial. The purpose of this study was to discuss the reasons for changing the acronym to developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) and to address its early detection and treatment. Design. This multicenter study was designed to provide an updated assessment of the definition, pathologic anatomy, prevalence, etiology, natural history, early detection, and treatment of DDH. Results. DDH more accurately describes the condition previously termed congenital dysplasia of the hip. The disorder is not always present at birth (congenital) and an infant may have a normal neonatal hip screening examination and subsequently develop a dysplastic or dislocated hip. Developmental dysplasia encompasses the wide spectrum of hip problems seen in infants and children. Physicians should understand that a normal neonatal screening examination does not assure normal hip development. The diagnosis of developmental dysplasia is made by physical examination. The Ortolani and Barlow maneuvers were designed to detect a subluxatable, dislocatable, or dislocated hip in the neonatal period. In the older child, limited abduction becomes a more reliable sign. The examination is variable depending on the type of dysplasia and changes with growth. The ultrasound is proving to be a sensitive tool in confirming the diagnosis in newborns and infants from birth to 4 months of age. The ultrasound is also valuable in older infants in terms of documenting that the dysplasia is responding to treatment. However, the ultrasound depends on an experienced sonographer and, in some cases, may be too sensitive, resulting in overtreatment. After 3 to 4 months of age, an anteroposterior pelvis radiograph can confirm the diagnosis. Conclusions. All newborns should have a neonatal hip screening physical examination. After screening, the hips should be re-examined during health examination visits at 2 weeks, 2 months, 4 months, 6 months, 9 months, and 1 year of age. If any question arises during these visits or if there are associated risk factors, we recommend an ultrasound if the infant is <4 months of age or an anteroposterior pelvis radiograph if >4 months of age.

scholarly journals Developmental dysplasia of the hip: update of management

2019 ◽  
Vol 4 (9) ◽  
pp. 548-556 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alfonso Vaquero-Picado ◽  
Gaspar González-Morán ◽  
Enrique Gil Garay ◽  
Luis Moraleda
Keyword(s):  
Physical Examination ◽  
Open Reduction ◽  
Acetabular Dysplasia ◽  
Wide Spectrum ◽  
Positive Family History ◽  
Developmental Dysplasia ◽  
Ultrasound Screening ◽  
Spontaneous Correction ◽  
Hip Reduction ◽  
Dysplasia Of The Hip

The term ‘developmental dysplasia of the hip’ (DDH) includes a wide spectrum of hip alterations: neonatal instability; acetabular dysplasia; hip subluxation; and true dislocation of the hip. DDH alters hip biomechanics, overloading the articular cartilage and leading to early osteoarthritis. DDH is the main cause of total hip replacement in young people (about 21% to 29%). Development of the acetabular cavity is determined by the presence of a concentrically reduced femoral head. Hip subluxation or dislocation in a child will cause an inadequate development of the acetabulum during the remaining growth. Clinical screening (instability manoeuvres) should be done universally as a part of the physical examination of the newborn. After two or three months of life, limited hip abduction is the most important clinical sign. Selective ultrasound screening should be performed in any child with abnormal physical examination or in those with high-risk factors (breech presentation and positive family history). Universal ultrasound screening has not demonstrated its utility in diminishing the incidence of late dysplasia. Almost 90% of patients with mild hip instability at birth are resolved spontaneously within the first eight weeks and 96% of pathologic changes observed in echography are resolved spontaneously within the first six weeks of life. However, an Ortolani-positive hip requires immediate treatment. When the hip is dislocated or subluxated, a concentric and stable reduction without forceful abduction needs to be obtained by closed or open means. Pavlik harness is usually the first line of treatment under the age of six months. Hip arthrogram is useful for guiding the decision of performing a closed or open reduction when needed. Acetabular dysplasia improves in the majority due to the stimulus provoked by hip reduction. The best parameter to predict persistent acetabular dysplasia at maturity is the evolution of the acetabular index. Pelvic or femoral osteotomies should be performed when residual acetabular dysplasia is present or in older children when a spontaneous correction after hip reduction is not expected. Avascular necrosis is the most serious complication and is related to: an excessive abduction of the hip; a force closed reduction when obstacles for reduction are present; a maintained dislocated hip within the harness or spica cast; and a surgical open reduction.Cite this article: EFORT Open Rev 2019;4:548-556. DOI: 10.1302/2058-5241.4.180019

Description of the ‘pronation manoeuvre’ for the diagnosis of developmental hip dysplasia

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
José Fernando de-la-Garza-Salazar ◽  
Julieta Rodríguez-de-Ita ◽  
Bárbara M Garza-Ornelas ◽  
Jorge A Martínez-Cardona
Keyword(s):  
Physical Examination ◽  
Developmental Dysplasia ◽  
Clinical Tool ◽  
Developmental Hip Dysplasia ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Diagnosis And Prognosis ◽  
Screening Strategies ◽  
Hip Ultrasound ◽  
Low Sensitivity ◽  
Dysplasia Of The Hip

Abstract Introduction Without a prompt diagnosis, developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) in infants can lead to severe sequelae. Current screening strategies emphasize the use of Ortolani and Barlow physical examination manoeuvres, yet they exhibit low sensitivity. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the performance of a new physical examination tool (the pronation manoeuvre) as a screening tool for DDH. Methods To evaluate the new manoeuvre, a cross-sectional and analytic study was performed with a nonprobabilistic sampling method. Patients with either a positive Ortolani or Barlow manoeuver were evaluated with the new manoeuvre and hip ultrasound. Controls were infants with negative Ortolani, Barlow and pronation manoeuvres and also had ultrasound performed. Results DDH was confirmed in 83 of 130 cases (64%) and 2 of 130 controls (2%). The new pronation manoeuvre had a sensitivity of 76% and a specificity of 94% as compared to the Ortolani and Barlow manoeuvres (sensitivity 31 to 32%, specificity 93 to 100%) (P<0.05). Conclusion This new physical examination manoeuvre could serve as another clinical tool for the initial screening of DDH in newborns. Its promising results against traditional screening procedures might potentially impact diagnosis and prognosis for patients with DDH.

Physical examination

2006 ◽  
pp. 142-163
Author(s):  
David M. B. Hall ◽  
David Elliman
Keyword(s):  
Heart Disease ◽  
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy ◽  
Physical Examination ◽  
Developmental Dysplasia ◽  
Congenital Dislocation ◽  
Undescended Testes ◽  
Dysplasia Of The Hip ◽  
Dislocation Of The Hip

Chapter 7 covers the neonatal and 6–8 week examinations, the school entrant examination, and screening by physical examination for developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) (previously known as congenital dislocation of the hip), heart disease including hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM), hypertension, asthma, and undescended testes and other genital abnormalities.

Prevalence of Hip Ultrasound Abnormalities in Newborns With a Hip Click

2020 ◽  
Vol 59 (8) ◽  
pp. 773-777
Author(s):  
John T. Gaffney ◽  
John Spellman
Keyword(s):  
Family History ◽  
Confidence Interval ◽  
Physical Examination ◽  
Prospective Studies ◽  
Hip Dysplasia ◽  
Developmental Dysplasia ◽  
Inclusion Criteria ◽  
History Of ◽  
Hip Ultrasound ◽  
Dysplasia Of The Hip

A hip click on examination of the newborn hip is believed to be the result of a ligament or myofascial structure and thought to be benign. Some studies suggest a link between hip clicks and developmental dysplasia of the hip. The purpose of our study is to estimate the prevalence of ultrasound hip abnormalities in newborns with a hip click and an otherwise normal physical examination. Results. Ninety patients meeting inclusion criteria of a hip click with an otherwise normal physical examination underwent diagnostic ultrasound with a 17.8% prevalence of hip abnormalities found (95% confidence interval ±7.9% [range of 9.9% to 25.7%]). Our study had 64 (71%) females and 26 (29%) males. The prevalence of hip pathology for females was 18.8% (12 of 64 patients) and for males was 15.4% (4 of 26 patients). Thirty-three patients were found to have bilateral hip clicks on presentation, with 21.2% (7 of 33) of those patients found to have hip pathology on ultrasound (3 of the 7 had pathology of both hips). Six patients had a family history of hip dysplasia and 1 of these patients (16.7%) had pathology on ultrasound. The average age to hip sonography was 6.6 weeks. Conclusions. In all, 17.8% of newborns with a hip click were found to have hip abnormalities on ultrasound. The prevalence of hip pathology, on ultrasound, suggests that additional larger, prospective studies are needed to clarify the association between a hip click and abnormal ultrasound found at 6 weeks of age or greater.

scholarly journals Developmental Dysplasia of Hip: Perspectives in Genetic Screening

2019 ◽  
Vol 7 (4) ◽  
pp. 59 ◽  
Author(s):  
Zamborsky ◽  
Kokavec ◽  
Harsanyi ◽  
Attia ◽  
Danisovic
Keyword(s):  
Psychological Health ◽  
Screening Program ◽  
Wide Spectrum ◽  
Association Studies ◽  
Modern Medicine ◽  
Developmental Dysplasia ◽  
Developmental Dysplasia Of Hip ◽  
Lack Of Information ◽  
Genome Wide ◽  
Dysplasia Of The Hip

Development dysplasia of the hip (DDH) is a complex developmental disorder despite being a relatively common condition mainly caused by incompatibility of the femoral head and the abnormal joint socket. Development dysplasia of the hip describes a wide spectrum of disorders ranging from minor acetabular dysplasia to irreducible dislocation of the hip. Modern medicine still suffers from lack of information about screening and precise genetic examination. Genome wide linkage and association studies have brought significant progress to DDH diagnosis. Association studies managed to identify many candidate (susceptible) genes, such as PAPPA2, COL2A1, HOXD9, GDF-5, and TGFB1, which play a considerable role in the pathogenesis of DDH. Early detection of DDH has a big chance to help in preventing further disability and improve the psychological health and quality of life in those children. This emphasizes the importance to establish a universal screening program along with the genetic counseling.

scholarly journals Neonatal hip dysplasia: Differental diagnosis

2010 ◽  
Vol 138 (9-10) ◽  
pp. 609-613
Author(s):  
Milos Pajic ◽  
Zoran Vukasinovic ◽  
Igor Seslija ◽  
Zorica Zivkovic
Keyword(s):  
Hip Dysplasia ◽  
Ultrasound Examination ◽  
Neonatal Period ◽  
Developmental Dysplasia ◽  
Clinical Tests ◽  
Prevention And Treatment ◽  
Neonatal Hip ◽  
Elementary Form ◽  
Dysplasia Of The Hip

Introduction. Hip dysplasia is the elementary form of the developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH). The diagnosis may be made by the ultrasound examination (types II a-, II b). Objective. The aim of the authors was to define the congenital structural neonatal hip dysplasia, and to differentiate hip hypoplasia, hip dysplasia and teratogenic anomalies. Methods. In all the cases, the uniform clinical and ultrasound tests were performed. All the patients were examined in the neonatal period of life (the first six weeks). The following clinical tests were used: Le Damany-Ortolany, Coleman-Barlow-Palmen and Weissman-Strinovic. For the ultrasound examination, the Graph?s method was used. Results. The investigation was performed in the period 2007- 2008. 2,878 neonates were included. The distribution of the sonotypes, according to Graph, was as follows: Ia in 16.17%. Ib in 65.08%; IIa+ in 18.17%, IIc in 0.28%, IId in 0.19%; IIIa in 0.009%, IIIb in 0.02%; and IV in 0.01%. It was found that DDH was 8 times more frequent in girls; located more frequently at the left side than bilaterally. Conclusion. Hip sonoscreening has to be performed in all newborns in the first 72 hours. The suggested follow-up period is six weeks: for the diagnosis - the first three weeks, and for the prevention and treatment - all six weeks.

CONGENITAL HIP DYSPLASIA HIGHLIGHTS OF AVASCULAR NECROSIS INCIDENCE AFTER OPEN REDUCTION FOR DEVELOPMENTAL DYSPLASIA OF THE HIP IN NAJAF (IRAQ)

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (8(77)) ◽  
pp. 4-6
Author(s):  
M. A. Al-juifari ◽  
E.S. Samoshkina ◽  
M.J. Alwash
Keyword(s):  
Family History ◽  
Avascular Necrosis ◽  
Open Reduction ◽  
Wide Spectrum ◽  
Hip Dislocation ◽  
Developmental Dysplasia ◽  
Normal Vaginal Delivery ◽  
Female Group ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Dysplasia Of The Hip

Developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) is a one of the most common congenital abnormalities. It presents with the wide spectrum of anatomical features due to the mild or incomplete formation of the acetabulum leading to laxity of the joint capsule, secondary deformity of the proximal femur head and irreducible hip dislocation. It present with an estimated incidence ranging from 1.4 to 35.0 per 1000 newborns with higher prevalence in Asian, Mediterranean, Caucasian, and American populations with a sex-ratio of girls to boys as 4-10:1. The risk of complications after treatment is associated with the type of reduction and also depends of previous treatment and immobilization, degree of dislocation, patient’s age at surgery. This study is a cross-sectional study with DDH patients born between January 2018 and December 2019, in the city of Al Najaf, Iraq. Ethnicity, gender, fetal presentation, time of diagnosis, affected side of the hip, family history and avascular necrosis of the femoral head (AVN) complications were considered. Post-operative clinical and radiological evaluation was preformed depending on McKay’s criteria and Severin’s classification. A total of 49 DDH patients were identified with female:male ratio of 7,2:1. Among girls, the time of diagnosis was 2,68 ±1,14 years, in the group of boys this indicator was 3,4 ±1,02 years, р=0,231. In both gender group the bilateral process was most common (66,7% in male group and 58,9% in female group). In 30% patient the family history was positive. Normal vaginal delivery was in 69,4% cases (67,4 and 83,3% girls and boys). Breech presentation was observed exclusively in female group. In 14% cases a combination of DDH with other malformations was revealed, in most cases it was joint laxity, less common minor congenital malformations. In 30% patients the closed bilateral reduction was performed. 46 patients were undergoing open reduction. Complications of DDH were detected in 29% cases. Most common was avascular necrosis in varying degrees (35%), 14% patients had early osteoarthritis, 21% local infections. The post-operative clinical McKay’s criteria showed prevalence of excellent and good results. Findings of the post-operative radiographic assessment (Severins grade method) were excellent in 21 hips, good in 14 hips. Сonsequently, late diagnosis of DDH leads worth outcomes, requires surgical interventions and causes increasing frequency of complications.

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