Incidence and characteristics of developmental dysplasia of the hip in a Saudi population: A comprehensive retrospective analysis
Fahad F. Almutairi
Abstract:Developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) is a common hip disorder in infants. Ultrasonographic screening is considered the most reliable method for early detection of DDH in newborn infants. This study aimed to determine the incidence of DDH at King Abdulaziz University Hospital. From January 2017 to December 2018, this retrospective study analyzed the data of 8031 infants who underwent an early clinical examination of the hips. At the initial evaluation, 212 infants referred to the ultrasound department had r… Show more
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