Which investigation best confirms Developmental dysplasia of the hip?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. Hip ultrasound
- Step 1: The test that best confirms Developmental dysplasia of the hip is: hip ultrasound.
Answer
Hip ultrasound.
Why not the others: 'Plain radiograph of the pelvis': the femoral head is not yet ossified in neonates. 'MRI of the pelvis': it is not first-line. 'Blood tests': they do not show the dislocation.
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