PROBLEMS OF CLINICAL DIAGNOSIS OF DEVELOPMENTAL DYSPLASIA OF THE HIP IN INFANTS

Abstract

Objective: To determine the reliability and feasibility of using the system of selective ultrasound screening of children in groups at risk of DDH. Methods: The hip joints were examined in 1549 children (600 boys and 949 girls) ranging from 5 days to 12 months of age. All children were divided into two groups, identified by clinical signs and risk factors DDH. The children underwent ultrasound examination of the hip joints according to R. Graf, Based on this final diagnosis, sensitivity, specificity, positive and negative predictive values of risk factors and physical examination findings were calculated.