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Type of operative management of children with developmental dysplasia of hip according to age at diagnosis. Values are numbers (percentages) of hips
| Management | <3 months (n=42) | 3-6 months (n=44) | >6 months (n=110) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Definitive closed reduction | 30 (71) | 37 (84) | 63 (57) |
| Closed reduction followed by open surgery | 8 (19) | 7 (16) | 33 (30) |
| Initial open reduction | 4 (10) | 0 | 14 (13) |
