Publications by authors named "Osama M Qasim"
J Family Med Prim Care
September 2024
Article Synopsis
- Developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) is a hip disorder that can lead to dislocation, with a prevalence of 10.46 per 1000 live births in Saudi Arabia, where awareness of the condition is low.
- * A study conducted with 406 women in Makkah City aimed to assess maternal knowledge and perceptions about DDH, revealing that most participants had poor knowledge of the condition.
- * The findings indicate significant knowledge gaps that hinder early detection of DDH, suggesting a need for educational campaigns and improved healthcare provider training to enhance awareness and interventions.
World J Orthop
August 2024
Article Synopsis
- Congenital knee dislocation (CKD) is a rare condition that affects only 1% of congenital hip dislocations and can occur alone or alongside other genetic disorders.
- A case study describes a 2-year-old girl with bilateral CKD who experienced delays in treatment due to failed casting and socioeconomic barriers, presenting with limited mobility and other health issues.
- After a multidisciplinary approach, she underwent successful surgery (V-Y quadricepsplasty) and began to regain mobility, underscoring the need for early intervention in similar cases.
