Has There Been a Change in the Age of Presentation of Patients With DDH After the Implementation of a Dedicated Ultrasound-screening Program?

Conclusions: The implementation of a dedicated ultrasound-screening protocol was significantly correlated with a decrease in the mean age of diagnosis of DDH. The results of treatment of DDH are known to be better the sooner the diagnosis is made. Given that the age of presentation remains a challenge, especially in developing countries, a dedicated ultrasound-screening program is one step to improve our ability to detect DDH in patients at a younger age. Level of Evidence: Level IV—diagnostic.
Source: Journal of Pediatric Orthopaedics - Category: Orthopaedics Tags: Hip Source Type: research