Screening for developmental dysplasia of the hip: Newborn to 4 months of age

This algorithm summarizes our suggested approach to screening for DDH in an infant from the newborn period through 4 months of age. For additional details, refer to UpToDate content on the diagnosis of DDH.

DDH: developmental dysplasia of the hip.

* Pelvic imaging is with pelvic ultrasound if <4 months old and with pelvic radiograph if ≥4 months old.