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Advances in Imaging: In Utero Neck Masses

Jun 15, 2016

Congenital neck masses are now more often detected in utero due to high-resolution ultrasounds and fetal MRIs, which help differentiate the various types of neck masses.

Infant Screening for Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip (DDH)

Jun 21, 2016

The American Academy of Pediatrics does not recommend routine ultrasounds for every infant, but it does support referral for ultrasound and/or pediatric orthopedic consultation for babies with an abnormal physical exam or major risk factors for DDH.

Screening for Scoliosis

Jun 21, 2016

When is the right time to screen for scoliosis, what should you look for during an exam, and what actions should you take? John "Jack" Flynn, MD, chief of Orthopedics at The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia offers some guidance.

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