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Magnetic Resonance Imaging in the Treatment of Congenital Dislocation of the Hip in Infants

Magnetic Resonance Imaging in the Treatment of Congenital Dislocation of the Hip in Infants

Authors :
R. Haldemann
A. Schreiber
G. U. Exner
J. Hodler
Source :
HIP International. 1:161-167
Publication Year :
1991
Publisher :
SAGE Publications, 1991.

Abstract

In 11 children (aged 4 weeks to 8 months) with congenital dysplasia of the hip and complete dislocations of the femoral head, magnetic resonance imaging was performed after closed reduction. Gradient echo sequences allowing for a short examination time are well suited for imaging of the articular cartilage and documentation of the position of the femoral head. The use of magnetic resonance imaging decreases the risk that incompletely reduced or redislocated hips after closed or open reduction are retained in this position. Magnetic resonance imaging can be recommended for postreduction assessment of congenital dislocation of the hip in infants and may significantly reduce the need for arthrography.

Details

ISSN :
17246067 and 11207000
Volume :
1
Database :
OpenAIRE
Journal :
HIP International
Accession number :
edsair.doi...........59676fd90b81bd3989a2d4d30423b8ea
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1177/112070009100100401