Prospective Observational Cohort Study of Children with Hips Dislocated at Rest

This is a five-year project to compare treatment methods commonly used at the major medical centers of our affiliate sites. No new or investigative treatments are being introduced. The purpose of this study is to record and compare the results from a wide group of experienced pediatric orthopedic surgeons to determine whether our experiences are similar or different. This study has been under development for two years and is now beginning to collect data for comparison purposes. All patients are fully informed and voluntarily consent to have their case recorded in detail for comparison purposes. All human subject research policies have been followed rigorously, This project has been reviewed and approved by investigational oversight committees in five different countries. 

Reliability of a New Radiographic Classification of Developmental Hip Dysplasia

The International Hip Dysplasia Institute is proposing a new method of radiographic classification of hip dysplasia that may have better reliability for comparison studies of hip dysplasia. Current radiographic methods rely on the appearance of the ossification center of the femoral head or on ultrasound classifications before ossification has developed. Reports of treatment may include hips that are only mildly dysplastic or hips that are severely dislocated. A reliable method of separating mild from severe cases would help compare treatments for each category. The proposed method of the IHDI has been evaluated scientifically and has been submitted to medical congresses for presentation and comment.

Please contact us if you can make a donation for these and future research projects for hip dysplasia.