title: [Ultrasonographic evaluation of the hip using Harcke's method in newborns and infants].
abstract: Theoretical foundations, technique of examination classification and own results of hip assessment with Harcke method in 256 newborns and infants has been presented. Simplicity of interpreting of the sonographic images, multiplanal, dynamic hip evaluation and potential to conduct assessment also in abduction device is underlined. Position II and III according to Harcke proved to be most useful for dynamic evaluation of the hip. Ossification center was seen earliest in position I; position III provided most significant information about hip joint morphology.
authors.affiliation: Katedry i Kliniki Ortopedii AM w Lodzi.
authors.forename: M
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Synder
authors.forename: T J
authors.initials: TJ
authors.lastname: Zwierzchowski
mesh_terms: D006618:Hip Dislocation, Congenital / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D006621:Hip Joint / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D006801:Humans; D007223:Infant; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D011187:Posture; D014463:Ultrasonography
vernacular_title: Ultrasonograficzna ocena stawów biodrowych metoda Harcke'ego u noworodków i niemowlat.