Source
Mattu, A. et al. Avoiding Common Errors in the Emergency Department. 2010.
Image source: http://pediatroskondylis.blogspot.com/2009/08/arthritis.html
A septic hip joint is classically held in what position?
Flexion, abduction and external rotation. This position maximizes the joint space and offers maximal comfort.
Source
Mattu, A. et al. Avoiding Common Errors in the Emergency Department. 2010.
Image source: http://pediatroskondylis.blogspot.com/2009/08/arthritis.html
Source
Mattu, A. et al. Avoiding Common Errors in the Emergency Department. 2010.
Image source: http://pediatroskondylis.blogspot.com/2009/08/arthritis.html