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Risk factors include:
Breech position (30-50% of DDH cases occur in infants born in the breech position) Gender (9:1 female predominance) Family histor
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CLIPP 8 - neonatal jaundice
It is important to assess every newborn for DDH (previously known as congenital dislocation of the hip).
Clinical features include:
Partial or complete dislocation Instability of the femoral head.
<span>Risk factors include:
Breech position (30-50% of DDH cases occur in infants born in the breech position) Gender (9:1 female predominance) Family history
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Screening recommendations
There are varied recommendations regarding screening for DDH:
American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP): Summary
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