Early detection of developmental dysplasia of the hip in The Netherlands: the validity of a standardized assessment protocol in infants.
cross_sectional · Level IV
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Abstract
This study evaluated the validity of the traditionally recommended screening protocol for developmental dysplasia of the hip in infants. Study children (n = 1968) underwent a standardized screening examination. The incidence of developmental dysplasia of the hip was 3.7%. The sensitivity of the test protocol was 86%, the specificity was 82%, and the predictive values of positive and negative tests were 16% and 99%, respectively. The validity of the screening protocol for developmental dysplasia of the hip is disappointingly low. The yield of adding an ultrasonographic examination to current screening activities needs further study.
Medical subject headings
- Hip Dislocation, Congenital