Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip
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Wheeless' Textbook of Orthopaedics

Preradiographic (Stage 1) of AVN



- Discussion:
    - this is the earliest clinical manifestation of the syndrome;
    - most common symptom, seen in 50% of cases, is sudden pain in groin;
    - this may be progressive, & be associated with radiation to thigh,
          which is often worse at night;
    - exam of hip reveals limited movement, perhaps in all directions, esp
          w/ medial rotation or abduction. If stage I osteonecrosis is
          suspected, then FEB tests should be carried out;

- MRI Findings:

- Bone Scans:







Original Text by Clifford R. Wheeless, III, MD.