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Early detection of developmental dysplasia of the hip in the Netherlands: The validity of a standardized assessment protocol in infants

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  • Boere-Boonekamp, M.M.
  • Kerkhoff, T.H.M.
  • Schuil, P.B.
  • Zielhuis, G.A.

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Objective. This study evaluated the validity of the traditionally recommended screening protocol for developmental dysplasia of the hip in infants. Methods. Study children (n = 1968) underwent a standardized screening examination. Results. The incidence of developmental dysplasia of the hip was 3.7%. The sensitivity of the test protocol was 86%, the specificity was 82%, and the predictive values of positive and negative tests were 16% and 99%, respectively. Conclusions. The validity of the screening protocol for developmental dysplasia of the hip is disappointingly low. The yield of adding an ultrasonographic examination to current screening activities needs further study.

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  • Boere-Boonekamp, M.M. & Kerkhoff, T.H.M. & Schuil, P.B. & Zielhuis, G.A., 1998. "Early detection of developmental dysplasia of the hip in the Netherlands: The validity of a standardized assessment protocol in infants," American Journal of Public Health, American Public Health Association, vol. 88(2), pages 285-288.
    • Handle: RePEc:aph:ajpbhl:1998:88:2:285-288_9
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