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Teratologic Congenital Hip DislocationAka: Congenital Hip Dislocation from Teratogen Exposure

See Also
1. Congenital Hip Dislocation
Pathophysiology
1. Onset early in pregnancy
Signs
1. Ortolani Test Negative
  1. Femoral head does not relocate on flexion, abduction
2. Unilateral dislocation
  1. Asymmetric gluteal folds
  2. Asymmetric range of motion: limited abduction
3. Bilateral dislocation
  1. Wide perineum
  2. Thighs appear short
Management
1. Open Reduction

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