Antenatal diagnosis of congenital dislocation of the knee: a case report.

Am J Perinatol

Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Kaplan Hospital Rehovot, Israel.

Published: May 1993

AI Article Synopsis

  • Congenital dislocation of the knee was identified before birth using an abdominal flat plate, marking a likely first in prenatal diagnosis of this condition.
  • After birth, the newborn was found to have dislocations in both the right hip and knee.
  • The text discusses the implications for obstetric and orthopedic care, along with potential treatment strategies for these conditions.

Article Abstract

Congenital dislocation of the knee was diagnosed antenatally in an abdominal flat plate. This is probably the first time that this condition has been diagnosed prior to delivery. Examination of the newborn after delivery revealed dislocation of the right hip and knee. The obstetric and orthopedic implications and suggested treatment are discussed.

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