Select the Factor(s) That Contributes to Neonatal Hip Instability

question 5

Multiple Choice

Select the factor(s) that contributes to neonatal hip instability.

• A) Synovial viscosity
• B) High neck shaft angle of inclination
• C) 30 degrees of retrotorsion
• D) Spherical femoral head

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