Displasia del desarrollo de la cadera: Conocimientos en médicos familiares de la zona 7

Abstract

Abstract:Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip is a pathology that comprises several clinical presentations that involve abnormal growth and development of the baby's hips. The incidence in developed countries is 2-3 per 1,000 newborns and in undeveloped countries is between 4-14 per 1,000; being the main cause of consultation in pediatric orthopedics. The family doctor is the professional in charge of providing comprehensive care at the first level of health, providing promotion and prevention strategies, solving 80% of the most frequent health problems. Coordinating its follow-up with other specialties, preventing the appearance of disabilities and morbidity and mortality. A survey was designed and applied to 61 professionals. Where, 41.3% preferred the Barlow and Ortolani maneuver. The imaging study of choice was pelvic ultrasound (31.5%) between 4 and 6 weeks. The risk factors identified were breech presentation, family history, rigid wrapping of the newborn and female sex. The periodicity of the physical examination of the hip was 80.3% up to one year of age. Therefore, knowledge is good regarding DDH.