Optimizing the Time for Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip Screening: Earlier or Later?

Conclusions Late diagnosis of DDH might cause serious public health problems. On the other hand, early US examinations can result in false-positive diagnosis. Unfortunately, there is still confusion about the optimal time for DDH screening with US, especially among radiologists who are not specialized in DDH sonography. A US scan performed at eighth week of life can predict any pathology presence safely and correctly.
Source: Ultrasound Quarterly - Category: Radiology Tags: Original Research Source Type: research