Patient's question:
Hip dislocationDoctor's answer:
Congenital hip dislocation can occur bilaterally or unilaterally. The incidence rate in girls is significantly higher than in boys. It differs from dislocations caused by trauma, as it does not cause pain. Moreover, when children are unable to walk, it is difficult to notice any abnormal signs, making it less likely to be detected by parents.The majority of hip dislocations are congenital. This is because children's joint capsules are much stronger than their bones. Even if a fracture occurs due to external force, the hip joint will not dislocate. While congenital hip dislocation in children can manifest symptoms early on, some parents mistakenly attribute it to children being mischievous and deliberately not walking properly, or misdiagnose it as calcium deficiency in lower-level hospitals, often delaying early treatment.
In clinical practice, about 50% or more of patients with hip dislocation are aged 8 or older. These children have missed the opportunity for early treatment, and the effectiveness of treatment at this stage is not as good. Therefore, we call on parents and society to pay attention to children's hip dislocation. If early detection and timely treatment can be achieved, the outcomes are generally quite positive.