Acetabular dysplasia presenting as developmental dislocation of the hip.

O'Sullivan, M E; O'Brien, T · J Pediatr Orthop · 1994

case_series · Level IV

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Abstract

Eleven hips in nine children were identified with acetabular dysplasia, which presented as developmental dislocation of the hip. The clinical signs of dislocation--tight abductors and a limp, associated with a plain radiograph showing the femoral head protruding from the pelvis--were not evident among this group. Arthrography showed acetabular dysplasia but no dislocation. Accurate grading of hip dysplasia can help to avoid such misdiagnoses, which have presented a recurring problem in the management tof this condition.

Medical subject headings

Anatomy