title: Hip Dysplasia: Clinical Signs and Physical Examination Findings.
abstract: Hip dysplasia is a common developmental disorder of the dog, consisting of varying degrees of hip laxity, progressive remodeling of the structures of the hip, and subsequent development of osteoarthritis. It is a juvenile-onset condition, with clinical signs often first evident at 4 to 12 months of age. A tentative diagnosis of hip dysplasia can be made based on signalment, history, and physical examination findings. The Ortolani test is a valuable tool for identifying juvenile dogs affected with this condition. Further diagnostics can then be prioritized, contributing to prompt diagnosis and appropriate treatment.
authors.affiliation: Small Animal Surgery, Department of Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, Mississippi State University, PO Box 6100, Mississippi State, MS 39762, USA. Electronic address: syrcle@cvm.msstate.edu.
authors.forename: Jason
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Syrcle
mesh_terms: D000818:Animals; D004283:Dog Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis; D004285:Dogs; D005260:Female; D006619:Hip Dysplasia, Canine / Q000175:diagnosis*; D007593:Joint Instability / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000662:veterinary*; D008297:Male; D010808:Physical Examination / Q000379:methods / Q000662:veterinary*
keywords: Hip dysplasia; Hip laxity; Hip osteoarthritis; Hip subluxation; Ortolani test