Reinhard Graf & Claudia Maizen 
Sonography of the Infant’s Hip [EPUB ebook] 
Principles, implementation and therapeutic consequences

This textbook, offers a quick and easy introduction to the fundamentals of hip sonography as standardised screening tool for detecting developmental dysplasia and dislocation of the hip (DDH), thus allowing for early treatment in the neonatal period. An evidence based treatment algorithm, as well as tips and tricks for both the novice and the expert user, offer additional insight into common mistakes and technical difficulties. Prof Graf, the founder of hip sonography, has, together with other leading experts in this field, compiled everything you need to know about hip sonography, into this comprehensive, well illustrated textbook. Main features are: Checklists for reporting Summaries for swift revision Practice section with real life examples and ultrasound pictures A complete syllabus for hip ultrasound courses Illustrations for baby positioning and scanning technique Ultrasound based treatment guidelines for DDH This textbook will be an invaluable reading for paediatric orthopaedic surgeons, paediatricians, physiotherapists, radiologists and sonographers and anyone involved in DDH care.