Abstract
Aim: To determine the clinical, functional and radiological results of triple pelvic osteotomy for DDH.
Method: An independent, retrospective review of 35 osteotomies, in 32 patients, with an average follow up of 48 months (4–48 months).
Results: 75% achieved excellent to good results in The Harris Hip Score. The centre edge angle improved significantly from 10° to 35°. 3 hips have required further surgery in the form of total hip arthroplasty. We had 3 cases of incomplete sciatic nerve palsy (8%).
Conclusion: On the basis of our results the Triple Pelvic osteotomy can be recommended for the treatment of acetabular dysplasia in adolescents and young adults.
Theses abstracts were prepared by Mr Peter Kay. Correspondence should be address to him at The Hip Centre, Wrightington Hospital, Appley Bridge, Wigan, Lancashire WN6 9EP.
