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[Dislocated hips in cerebral palsy (author's transl)]
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This study analyzed 119 excentrated hips in spastic children, finding early diagnosis and muscle balance restoration crucial for surgical success. Surgical interventions like triple pelvic osteotomy and Chiari
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic surgery
- Pediatric orthopedics
- Cerebral palsy research
Context:
- Hip dysplasia (excentrated hips) is a significant concern in spastic children.
- Observations include 119 cases in 81 patients, predominantly under ten years old and non-ambulatory.
- Some older, ambulatory patients also presented with excentrated hips.
Purpose:
- To analyze the results of surgical procedures for hip dysplasia in spastic children.
- To emphasize the importance of a three-dimensional approach to managing excentrated hips.
- To highlight the necessity of early diagnosis and intervention.
Summary:
- Restoring muscle balance is crucial before pelvic or femoral osteotomy.
- Triple pelvic osteotomy is recommended for younger children to improve acetabular orientation, with infrequent complications.
- Chiari's osteotomy is indicated for older children.
Impact:
- Early diagnosis of muscle imbalance allows for correction with less invasive soft tissue procedures.
- Timely surgical intervention can improve hip joint congruency and function in spastic children.
- Understanding the age-specific indications for different osteotomies optimizes treatment outcomes.
Abstract:
The authors have observed 119 excentrated hips in 81 spastic children. Most of the cases were noted in non walking children under the age of ten. However some excentrated hips were seen in older patients eventually able to walk. The importance of a three dimensional approach of the problem is pointed out. The results of the surgical procedures are analysed. It appeared that it was important to restore a muscle balance before any pelvic or femoral osteotomy. Triple pelvic osteotomy was indicated of obtaining a better orientation of the acetabulum in younger children. Its complications were infrequent. Chiari's osteotomy was indicated in older children. The authors point out the importance of an early diagnosis in cases of lack of muscles balance which can be corrected by minor surgical procedures on soft tissues.