Radiographic Follow-up of DDH in Infants: Are X-rays Necessary After a Normalized Ultrasound?
The notable incidences of radiographic dysplasia after previous DDH normalization in our study cohort appear to outweigh the risks of radiation exposure. Our findings may warrant radiographic follow-up in this population of infants through at least walking age to allow timely diagnosis and early intervention of residual acetabular dysplasia.
After laparotomy closure at the linea alba, both suture materials showed optimal biological behavior. The composition of the suture material did not affect the tensile strength of the repair zone.