Acetabuloplasty refers to a group of surgical techniques, classified as pelvic osteotomies, used to treat hip dysplasia in children. The group includes several technically similar procedures such as the Lance, Pemberton and Dega osteotomies, while the related Salter osteotomy is broadly considered part of the same family despite differing significantly in its approach.
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Acetabuloplasty are surgical techniques, categorized under pelvic osteotomy, used to treat hip dysplasia (HD) in children.
Treats: Cerebral Palsy, Article text, use for Cerebral Palsy
Acetabuloplasty is also used in rare neurological conditions, such as cerebral palsy, that cause hip dysplasia or dislocation.
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