Congenital hip dysplasia is a condition in which the ball and socket hip joint has not formed properly, resulting in the hip joint being loose or dislocated fully or partially.
Around 1 in every 6 babies born will have some element of hip dysplasia, and around 2-3 in every 1000 babies will require treatment. For this reason, congenital hip dysplasia is a condition which is routinely screened for in all new-born babies. When the condition is diagnosed early, usually within the first six months of the baby’s life, it is a simple procedure to realign the hip joint, and most children will not experience any further problems.
Failure to diagnose hip dysplasia can lead to a delay in treatment, and possibly several potential complications for your child as they grow and develop, including mobility issues, chronic pain and issues affecting the hip and back. Late diagnosis may result in damage to the hip joint being irreparable, and future surgery may be necessary.
Some undiagnosed hip dysplasia patients may also need long term physiotherapy and the use of a wheelchair or a walking stick for the rest of their lives.
If your child’s hip dysplasia was undiagnosed or misdiagnosed during their new-born checks, and they have gone on to suffer with complications, you may be able to make a claim for medical negligence compensation.
If you or a loved one has suffered an injury due to the negligence of a medical or health professional, including a delay in diagnosis, then we may be able to help you pursue a claim for compensation. Our leading team of medical negligence experts are on hand to offer advice, so please get in touch with us on 0161 696 6165 or complete our online enquiry form and we will contact you directly.
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