X-ray of hip dysplasia

Hip dysplasia with right-sided hip dislocation.

Hip dysplasia (also termed developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) or, in older texts, congenital dislocation of the hip (CDH)) is where the socket portion does not fully cover the ball portion, resulting in an increased risk for joint dislocation.

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  Normal hip

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  Hip dysplasia