Pediatric Orthopedics Treatments
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What is the most common risk factor for developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH)?

  • Female gender
  • No known risk factor (correct)
  • Family history
  • Breech presentation

    • Which of the following orthoses is commonly used in the treatment of DDH?

  • Pavlik harness (correct)
  • Hip orthosis (HO)
  • Von Rosen orthosis
  • Craig-Ilfeld Splint

    • What is the most important factor in the success of DDH treatment?

  • Family history
  • Initiation of treatment as soon as possible
  • Early diagnosis in the neonatal period (correct)
  • Breech presentation

    • What is the estimated incidence of DDH in Turkey?

    <p>5-15 per 1000 live births</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the common point in terms of etiology in all cases of DDH?

    <p>Inability to hold the femoral head in the acetabulum due to excessive laxity in the hip joint capsule</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential complication of excessive hyperflexion when using the Pavlik harness?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why has the use of the Frejka pillow been essentially abandoned in North America, despite still being used with reported good results in some areas of Europe?

    <p>The Frejka pillow is too soft, allowing infants to easily overcome the abduction pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the back straps on the Pavlik harness?

    <p>To support abduction of the hip</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key advantage of the Pavlik harness over the Frejka pillow in the treatment of DDH?

    <p>The Pavlik harness allows for more precise control of hip flexion and abduction</p> Signup and view all the answers

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