Hip X-ray in children

What it shows

Slipped growth plate, Perthes disease, hip infection signs.

Why it is done

Limp or hip or knee pain in children.

Preparation

Usually no preparation. Remove metal and jewellery from the area. Tell staff if you are or might be pregnant.

Radiation & safety

Typical effective dose 0.1 to 0.3 mSv, similar to about 2 to 5 weeks of natural background radiation (about 3 mSv a year). Tell staff if you are or might be pregnant; the benefit usually outweighs the small risk, and shielding or alternatives can be considered.

How long it takes

a few minutes. General information, not a diagnosis. Results must be interpreted by a qualified health worker.

Sample type

X-ray

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सामान्य प्रश्न

What does a child hip x-ray show?
Slipped growth plate, Perthes disease, hip infection signs.

Why is a child hip x-ray done?
Limp or hip or knee pain in children.

How do I prepare for a child hip x-ray?
Usually no preparation. Remove metal and jewellery from the area. Tell staff if you are or might be pregnant.

Does a child hip x-ray use radiation?
Typical effective dose 0.1 to 0.3 mSv, similar to about 2 to 5 weeks of natural background radiation (about 3 mSv a year). Tell staff if you are or might be pregnant; the benefit usually outweighs the small risk, and shielding or alternatives can be considered.

How long does a child hip x-ray take?
a few minutes

Hip X-ray in children क्यों किया जाता है?
Limp or hip or knee pain in children.

Hip X-ray in children के लिए कैसे तैयारी करें?
Usually no preparation. Remove metal and jewellery from the area. Tell staff if you are or might be pregnant.

Hip X-ray in children गर्भावस्था में सुरक्षित है?
Typical effective dose 0.1 to 0.3 mSv, similar to about 2 to 5 weeks of natural background radiation (about 3 mSv a year). Tell staff if you are or might be pregnant; the benefit usually outweighs the small risk, and shielding or alternatives can be considered.